Vans: District Manager - Tennessee, Georgia & Alabama

Vans

1d • $107,000 - $133,750

About The Position

District Manager As a District Manager, you will lead a portfolio of stores to deliver exceptional customer experience, drive operational excellence, and achieve business goals. You will be responsible for developing high-performing store leadership teams, executing brand strategies, and ensuring that each store reflects the values and culture of the brand. Your leadership will directly impact profitability, customer satisfaction, and team engagement across your district. This role is ideal for a strategic, people-first leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit retail environment and is passionate about building inclusive, high-performing teams. How You Will Make a Difference Maximize district profitability by setting clear direction and supporting stores in achieving sales, expense, and inventory goals. Lead, coach, and develop store leadership teams to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and operational excellence. Recruit, hire, and retain diverse, high-caliber talent; ensure stores are optimally staffed and succession plans are in place. Partner with corporate teams (Retail Operations, HR, Visual Merchandising, etc.) to execute brand strategies and initiatives. Conduct regular store visits, audits, and performance reviews to ensure compliance with brand standards and policies. Champion customer service by modeling brand-specific service standards and addressing customer feedback promptly. Oversee performance management processes, including annual reviews, development plans, and employee relations. Ensure visual merchandising and store presentation align with brand guidelines and elevate the customer experience. Foster a culture of inclusion, creativity, and continuous improvement by sharing best practices and encouraging collaboration. Maintain compliance with all loss prevention, safety, and operational policies and procedures. Represent the brand with integrity and professionalism in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• 6–10+ years of progressive retail leadership experience, including multi-store management.
• A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
• Proven ability to drive sales and profitability through strategic planning and team development.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels.
• Experience leading remote teams and managing complex, multi-unit operations.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and meet performance expectations with limited supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail systems (e.g., POS, reporting tools).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel frequently (approximately 50% or more), including overnight and air travel as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Responsibilities

• Maximize district profitability by setting clear direction and supporting stores in achieving sales, expense, and inventory goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop store leadership teams to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and operational excellence.
• Recruit, hire, and retain diverse, high-caliber talent; ensure stores are optimally staffed and succession plans are in place.
• Partner with corporate teams (Retail Operations, HR, Visual Merchandising, etc.) to execute brand strategies and initiatives.
• Conduct regular store visits, audits, and performance reviews to ensure compliance with brand standards and policies.
• Champion customer service by modeling brand-specific service standards and addressing customer feedback promptly.
• Oversee performance management processes, including annual reviews, development plans, and employee relations.
• Ensure visual merchandising and store presentation align with brand guidelines and elevate the customer experience.
• Foster a culture of inclusion, creativity, and continuous improvement by sharing best practices and encouraging collaboration.
• Maintain compliance with all loss prevention, safety, and operational policies and procedures.
• Represent the brand with integrity and professionalism in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees