Vans: Summer 2026 Supply Planning Intern

VF Corporation • Costa Mesa, CA

1d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community. 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 think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com. Supply Planning Intern What will you do? A day in the life of a Planning Intern at Vans looks a little like this. As a Planning Intern, you will be involved in creating, executing, and communicating strategic plans that drive financial results. Partnering with the Planning, Merchandising, and Allocation teams, as well as other cross functional partners will position you to maximize sales and create inventory plans which will delivery turn targets and profitability. You will contribute to the financial goals for Vans Americas across the US and Canada Omni markets. A day-in-the-life: Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. Pre and In Season Planning - Perform pre-season and in-season planning activities across a category/gender/channel/market. Inventory Reporting – Analyze, consolidate, and report on inventory data to identify risks and opportunities. Capacity‑Constrained Supply Planning – Develop and manage capacity‑constrained supply requirements across a global network to balance customer service, inventory, and cost objectives. Supply Alignment & Risk Mitigation – Identify supply and demand misalignments across the planning horizon, troubleshoot root causes, and define mitigation plans to ensure on‑time delivery and service performance. Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner closely with Merch, Planning, Sourcing, Logistics, Customer Service, and Distribution on a daily basis to drive end‑to-end execution and support key strategic supply chain initiatives.

Requirements

• A strong desire to work in a fast paced Omni, Multiple Retail Concept environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills including the ability to read, analyze and interpret numerical reports and an understanding of retail math.
• A proactive business management approach, completing all assignments and job duties in a timely manner, confidence to ask questions, speak up and escalate challenges or opportunities to the right leaders.
• Advanced computer skills including Excel, Outlook and Word, basic understanding of excel formulas, reporting creation in either excel, powerBI, data bricks and similar enterprise tools.
• You must currently be a junior or senior actively enrolled in a 4-year university program in the United States at the time of application.
• Must be able to work in-person at the stated office location for the 12-week program duration during summer 2026.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-season and in-season planning activities across a category/gender/channel/market.
• Analyze, consolidate, and report on inventory data to identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop and manage capacity‑constrained supply requirements across a global network to balance customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.
• Identify supply and demand misalignments across the planning horizon, troubleshoot root causes, and define mitigation plans to ensure on‑time delivery and service performance.
• Partner closely with Merch, Planning, Sourcing, Logistics, Customer Service, and Distribution on a daily basis to drive end‑to-end execution and support key strategic supply chain initiatives.

Benefits

• Participate in dedicated skill-building workshops
• Collaborate on an internal consulting group project
• Gain on-the-ground insight about our brands during a store visit day
• Connect through networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership
• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us
• An inclusive environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities work together
• Being part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi-brand, multi-country organization
• On-site gym offering health and well-being initiatives, break-out areas with complimentary drinks
• A discount card with 50% on all VF brands

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern