Senior Retail Operations Finance Analyst
Vans
Job Description
What will you do? At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. A day in the life of a Senior Retail Operations Finance Analyst involves supporting retail performance through financial planning, analysis, and operational insight across a multi-unit retail environment.
This role supports retail operations across the broader VF brand portfolio, including brands such as Vans, The North Face, and Timberland. The Senior Retail Operations Finance Analyst partners closely with Retail Operations leadership, Field teams, and Finance partners to support labor planning, sales targets, expense management, and performance reporting. The role supports Retail leadership in owning channel-level decisions, tradeoffs, and execution by providing clear financial insights aligned to retail priorities.
You will support the execution of retail strategy through deep-dive analysis, interpretation, and communication of results, including the creation of executive-ready presentations to share insights and recommendations. This role reports to the Retail Labor and Expense Senior Manager and works closely with Retail Operations leadership. Responsibilities Work as part of the broader Retail Operations team to support store performance and employee experience through high-quality, accurate financial analysis.
Partner with Retail Operations leadership and Finance to support the development and management of labor models. Allocate sales and labor targets to stores and provide weekly and monthly reporting on performance and spend. Partner with field leadership to help ensure financial commitments and targets are met.
Analyze and administer District and Store Manager incentive, bonus, and contest programs. Conduct scheduling, labor, and KPI analysis using retail systems and reporting tools (e.g., StoreForce, SMG). Deliver deep-dive analyses in support of retail strategy, performance interventions, and operational decisions.
Create clear, executive-ready presentations in PowerPoint to communicate insights and performance narratives. Serve as a subject matter expert in Excel, with strong proficiency in Power BI and retail performance tools. Apply consistent financial and operational standards while adapting analysis to different brand strategies, calendars, and operating contexts across the retail portfolio.
Identify opportunities to improve reporting, forecasting accuracy, and decision-making effectiveness. Qualifications We are looking for a strong analyst who can balance financial rigor with operational understanding and partner effectively across teams. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your years of experience and professional achievements. 5+ years of experience in a financial analyst role, preferably within a retail or multi-unit environment.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, with strong skills in PowerPoint, Power BI, and Word. Experience with SAP and Business Objects (BOBJ). Ability to synthesize complex data and communicate a clear, compelling story to diverse audiences.
Strong partnership and communication skills across all levels of the business. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Natural curiosity and willingness to ask questions and dig into details.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience. Location requirement: Vans HQ, Costa Mesa. Preferred Skills Retail environment experience.
Experience with StoreForce or similar retail labor/performance platforms. Knowledge of SMG, Concur, and Coupa. Experience leveraging AI tools to improve reporting efficiency and accuracy.
Experience supporting retail incentives, labor optimization, or expense planning at scale. Compensation and Benefits Hiring Range: $83,808.00 USD - $104,760.00 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: General overview available at www.MyVFbenefits.com. Detailed information will be provided during the hiring process.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.
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