The North Face: Designer, Circularity (Global Apparel)

Join the North Face Family

The North Face was built on a love for the outdoors and the desire to enable all types of exploration, for all people, from their backyards to the Himalayas. Over the last 50 years we've lived by our “true north,” the belief that exploration has the power to change us, to challenge us and to help us see the world from new perspectives. To help ignite a global movement of outdoor exploration, love for the natural world and an unwavering commitment to protect it, we welcome and encourage new participants to the outdoors. We extend our reach through support of non-profit organizations, establishing programs that connect participants with close-to-home recreation opportunities, and creating a connection with young leaders, inspiring them to explore and conserve.

As we enter our sixth decade, we pledge to:

• Protect the places where we live, play, and operate.
• Empower exploration and the thrill of the unknown for as many people as possible.
• Evolve the way we make our products by improving our environmental performance and social responsibility in the supply chain.

The North Face: Designer, Circularity (Global Apparel)

What You Will Do:

In this dynamic hands-on role, you will support TNF on our journey to scale circularity through a design lens. You will be responsible for the design and end-to-end execution of our TNF Remade product with a focus on seasonality, brand energy, collaborative opportunities, and athlete engagement. You should be comfortable thinking creatively and problem solving to build functional design solutions within an unconventional environment and calendar. You will work closely with the Circular Design Manager, Renewed business manager, & our external Renewed partners to build exciting and brand-right products utilizing damaged, defective, and surplus merchandise.

How You Will Make a Difference:

• Streamline Remade processing:
• Develop and manage new & ongoing Renewed & Remade programs & activations in partnership with the Senior Circular Design Manager.
• Support Circular Design team as needed in development of creative construction solutions, new design guardrails, tool building or other responsibilities as appropriate
• Work cross-functionally with our Renewed partners and internal teams to bring activations to life within our brand marketing moments.
• Develop and manage design team activations & upcycling opportunities
• Manage fluctuating inventories & organize materials within an evolving setting
• Build relationships with potential collaborators for the program both internally and externally
• Build comprehensive spec tools and standards for technicians and production partners
• Solve for ongoing merchandise inputs including upcycling, routing to appropriate partners etc.
• Be up-to-date and familiar with market trends and consumer sentiments around sustainability, reuse, resale

What You Will Bring:

• This is a physical and active role. You must be able to stand for long periods of time, comfortably lift and move 25lb boxes of product, bend, dig, etc in a warehouse environment for 2-3 days per week
• Sewing, patterning, and construction skills with experience and passion for upcycling
• Solid understanding of performance textiles and their construction parameters
• Excellent collaboration skills and an ability to manage multiple timelines and deadlines
• Passion for your work equal to your passion for getting outside and living it
• It is recommended that you have reliable transportation as this role will navigate regularly through 3 locations
• High degree of agility and adaptability
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent relevant experience
• Growth mindset and enthusiasm for learning new tools and problem-solving
• 4+ years of experience in apparel or product design
• Proactive approach to identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best solutions with a values driven commitment to do what is right
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite especially Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
• Strong product acumen with working knowledge of the apparel product development processes, including design, development, sourcing and manufacturing

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

What’s In It For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy, and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.

Our Parent Company, VF Corporation

VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities, and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com.

Pay Range:

$93,312.00 USD - $139,968.00 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 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 pay 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.