Now that you’ve found the job description, what’s next?

At Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling, we are three unique brands that embody the same spirit of self-expression and discovery.  We’re built to resist whatever life throws at us, to express ourselves as individuals, and inspire positive resistance.  We put our people first.  We always have and we always will.  It is ingrained in our DNA.  Good people bring out the good in people, and good people are the foundation of this brand.

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 people who express ourselves with the bags we carry and who believe in new experiences, living a life of positivity, and discovering our own way, Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit www.eastpak.com, www.jansport.com or www.kipling-usa.com.

JanSport/Kipling/Eastpak: eCommerce Marketplace Manager (Americas)

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Marketplace Manager on the Americas Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling Commercial Team looks a little like this.

The Marketplace Manager will be working on our Americas eCommerce team.  The position is responsible for driving the strategy and growth plans within existing and new marketplace channels with a strong focus on Amazon.  This position will be responsible for channel sales goals and metrics, development of marketplace initiatives through agency and eCommerce team partnerships, and identification of new opportunities.  The Marketplace Manager will report to the Director, Digital Marketplaces.

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

• Instrumental in developing, managing, and reporting marketplace plans and performance to senior management.
• Identifying channel and assortment optimization opportunities in collaboration with internal partners and external agencies.  These would include but not be limited to ecommerce buying and planning teams, merchandising, and marketing, as well as marketing agencies and the 3rd party marketplace management agency.
• Oversee cross-functional team and key stakeholders to ensure Amazon store, listings, and A+ content is up to date and completed on-time.
• Partner with marketplace management agency to ensure accuracy of product, pricing, and content.
• Researching, developing, and launching new marketplace channels.
• Interact directly and collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure appropriate assortment by marketplace channel.
• Monitor competition and provide insights and actions to grow market share.
• Review customer feedback and marketplace health reporting, ensuring all issues are identified and addressed.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day.  For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel.  Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 4+ years of experience in managing a successful Marketplace e-commerce business.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Proficiency with (4+ years) Amazon Vendor Central and Seller Central including FBA and strong knowledge of SLA’s and KPI’s of the platform.
• Strong knowledge of Amazon’s flywheel business model.
• Experience with Walmart, Target, and similar marketplaces.
• Experience with Amazon advertising and campaign management.
• Proven track record of managing external agencies to deliver on key initiatives to drive overall business objectives.
• Excellent PC skills and ability to efficiently use basic software and platforms (Microsoft Office specifically Excel, including but not limited to pivot tables and working with large data sets).
• Passion for retail e-commerce analytics and intellectual curiosity.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to multi-task, extremely organized with attention to detail.
• High level of initiative (self-motivation) to take on projects independently.
• Retail e-commerce experience.
• Location requirement: This position is hybrid with the expectation to be in the Jersey City, New Jersey office 3 days per week.

• What do we offer you?

At Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling, 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 our benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

To learn more about our Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.eastpak.com, www.jansport.com or www.kipling-usa.com.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

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 www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please 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 [email protected]. 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.