Manager, Retail VM Partnerships

Overview

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.

As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.

Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.

Come change the game with us. Apply today!

This hybrid position will be located at our Corporate Office in New York, New York. Expectations for hybrid in-office schedule is three days a week; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Foot Locker Corporate Office

2 Pennsylvania Plaza

New York, NY 10121

Foot Locker is hiring a Manager, Retail VM Partnerships to join our team! The manager is accountable for promoting Retail Visual Merchandising for Foot Locker, Inc. through in-store and window visual merchandising programs, plus working with various other marketing departments on special campaigns, events and programs. This role will work closely with Sr. Manager, Retail Visual Merchandising and NA region on setting the strategy for instore presentation in all Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker doors.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

Responsibilities

• Maintain the development and implementation of all Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker visual programs, consistent with the divisions’ strategy and image
• Manage the concept and design efforts of all NA visual programs
• Assist with the organization and execution of new and existing programs
• Assist with the strategic direction and problem solving of all existing and future programs
• Assist with the execution of in-store programs of all levels, including elevated displays
• Work closely with Retail NA VM teams to ensure production, development, and implementation strategies of visual programs
• Coordinate timely delivery of programs and kits on a consistent basis
• Systematically direct and accomplish several programs and projects simultaneously
• Adapt to new and evolving program/project modifications per Sr. Executive Directives
• Assist in developing a clear season process calendar for the NA VM department
• Develop and maintain weekly touchpoints with NA region
• Create and maintain all NA guidelines and brand standard directives
• Please provide a link to a personal page/portfolio either on your resume or application
• Relevant Bachelor’s degree is required
• A deep understanding of visual merchandising and customer experience is required
• 3+ years of related experience is required
• Demonstrated experience with design tools including Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat etc.,) Keynote, and Sketchup is required
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office 365 suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams) is required
• Familiarity using Apple Mac PC is desirable
• Design experience and/or knowledge of print production is preferred

Basic understanding of photography is preferred

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions and provide clear direction

Proven ability to manage vendor partner relationships

Excellent collaboration skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels

Ability to work cross-functionally and maintain alignment across teams

Availability to travel a minimum of 20% time per month is required

The ability to lift 30-40lbs is required

Passion or knowledge of sneaker culture is helpful

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.

AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $85000 - $100000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

Foot Locker Benefits

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Paternal Leave

Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Parental Leave

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

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