Now that you’ve found the job description, what’s next?

At Timberland, we’re a team that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. The brand is widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and an eye toward the future, Timberland has a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build 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 fun, adventure-loving people, Timberland just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Timberland Careers or www.timberland.com.

Senior Executive Assistant

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Senior Executive Assistant at Timberland looks a little like this.

You'll be a trusted member of our team reporting to and supporting the Global Brand President, Timberland, along with the Vice President, Strategy.  You’ll be a liaison with the Global Brand Leadership team and the Executive Assistant network across VF. 

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

Working side by side with business leaders, establishing a broad internal network and applying a strong knowledge of how the organization works.Performing full lifecycle project management responsibilities for the Global Brand President, accompanying her to meetings and managing action items and tasks to achieve intended outcomes.Coordinating a high volume of meetings and schedules on behalf of the assigned Executives, planning team events, including small to large-scale meetings off-site. Proactively interfacing and communicating as a representative of the Executive Team, with all internal and external contacts,Maintaining and publishing a weekly Executive schedule and an annual Executive Calendar for all key dates, including VF meetings and Global Brand meetings/holidays.Coordinating and communicating with other EA’s across VF as the lead EA in Stratham HQ; providing back-up to other EA’s when needed.Organizing and managing all international and domestic travel arrangements including creating itineraries, processing travel visas, and managing subsequent expense reports.Creating and editing key business presentations as needed.  Assisting with special projects and assignments such as research, data gathering and dissemination. Performing various administrative support tasks such as responding to and preparing communications, managing shipments/deliveries, and trafficking all requests to the Global Brand President. Managing department budget, generating purchase orders, processing invoices and ordering supplies.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalismAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Strong organization and prioritization skills with a high attention to detailA service mindset: proactive, anticipatory and action orientedStrong written and oral communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively independentlyHigh level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalismPrior experience with international travel arragements/processing visas and event planningStrong computer skills using MS Office, Powerpoint and Excel

Special Physical and/or Mental Requirements: Must be willing and able to work extended or flexible hours if/when needed.  Must be able to bend, lift, open and move products and related office items up to 25 pounds, depending on need.

What do we offer you?

At Timberland, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about Timberland’s benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$32.80 USD - $41.00 USD per hour

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 at VF Corporation: 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.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. 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 are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.