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Vans Footwear Material Intern (Textile)
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Cypress, CA, United States
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Vans: Be a Part of the Original
“It was never about waving the brand like a flag, it was always about the people” – Paul Van Doren
Vans is the original action sports footwear company rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, Vans has thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through Vans’ four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative expressers within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to help shape and transform the future of our business.
At Vans our culture sets us apart and it influences everything we do. Everything we do supports creativity and we are driven by our five values. We are determined. We are connected to our consumers and to each other. We are inclusive. We are expressive and Fun. And most of all, we are a family.
Vans is a subsidiary of VF, the world’s largest retail company comprised of over 30 brands. We are the leading drivers of retail as our global footwear, apparel and accessory brand is available in 170 countries worldwide. As we continue to expand, we take great measures in developing our growing number of individuals through our distinct learning culture.
Vans is founded on a culture of learning. We take great pride in our ability to facilitate learning opportunities by providing the resources and tools necessary to build each individual’s personal strengths to achieve future goals. In order to prioritize career growth within our company, Vans offers courses on topics such as Leadership, Communication, Collaboration and Technical Skills to ensure our employees are self-motivated and developing to the pace of our rapidly, growing business.
By joining the Vans family, you will be immersed into an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative folk. We work very hard across a multitude of large initiatives to bring the Van Doren spirit to life. We live for what we do.
Responsible for supporting the materials team in developing, and commercialization of globally relevant material solutions for VANS footwear. This role will also assist the development group with the launch of the VANS PLM system. The ability to approach this position from both an analytical and creative mindset will be essential to this role.
Key Responsibilities:
• Responsible for maintaining the VANS materials studio and ensuring the latest materials are organized and presented with accurate information.
• Accountable for price color coding new seasonal leather and synthetic articles.
• Assist material managers with supplier communications to coordinate leather and textile developments.
• Support materials group in executing both seasonal and long term projects.
• Actively participate in building out the online PLM material records.
• Research and present relevant material trend ideas and concepts.
Skills:
• Employ a strong project management skill set (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Closing).
• Possess fluent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Ability to clearly communicate, including both inter team and cross cultural communication.
• Proficient organizational skills.
• Strong commitment to meeting deadlines in a timely manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team structure as well as other departments and vendors.
Educational/Position Requirements:
• Students or recent graduates, majoring in fashion, textile, product development, business or engineering.
• Knowledge of footwear and current industry wide trends across both athletic and lifestyle brands.
• Previous consumer product development internship experience preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to learn.