The North Face: Senior Materials Coordinator, Footwear

At The North Face we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore, Disrupt and to Lead. We were born to Love Wild Places and to Spark Curiosity. We believe that exploration is a mindset - both on the mountain and off the mountain - and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places, and people.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us - our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of adventure-loving people, The North Face just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit The North Face Careers or

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Senior Materials Coordinator, Footwear at The North Face looks a little like this.

The primary responsibility of the Senior Materials Coordinator for VF Outdoor is to support Product Development in the execution and successful commercialization of innovative and functional Materials on a seasonal basis. The Sr. Coordinator will initiate seasonal developments based on direction from leadership, manage and communicate seasonal development to respective teammates in line with calendar deadlines, manage FlexPLM material entry, organize and maintain footwear material library, ensure materials meet physical property requirements, communicate with Asia material team.

Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Utilize technical expertise to inspire RD&D and identify new and innovative Materials.
• Build and maintain accurate development reports with complete information-material information / pricing / minimums / lead times.
• Support team with updating and managing materials on FlexPLM
• Help build and maintain seasonal material toolboxes
• Communicate clearly with vendors on a timely basis - Development, Quality and Brand requirements.
• Work with PA to source materials in appropriate markets to support and maximize supply chain flow.
• Support team in developing design and price right materials. Balance quality and price.
• Monitor developments, anticipate problems, address and facilitate solutions to manager in a timely manner to minimize quality problems and production delays.
• Coordinate all information necessary for QA lab testing on a timely basis.
• Ensures commercialized material information is accurately entered into FlexPLM on a timely basis.

What do you need to succeed?

The foundation skills you will need in this position are :

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.

What do we offer you?

At The North Face, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about The North Face's benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click "Looking to Join VF".

To learn more about The North Face's Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range :

69,984.00 USD - $87,480.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

P lease note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Salary : $69,984 - $87,480