About Designer Brands

At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Rubino, operating nearly 675 stores across North America and a billion-dollar digital commerce business. We lead the footwear industry with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including Topo Athletic, Keds, Vince Camuto, Kelly & Katie, Jessica Simpson, Lucky Brand, Mix No. 6, Crown Vintage, and others. With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories, delivered through a robust omni-channel infrastructure and national wholesale distribution. At Designer Brands, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where each employee’s unique perspective contributes to our success. Anchored by our core values of “We Love What We Do,” “We Own What We Do,” “We Do What’s Right,” and “We Belong,” we continuously drive forward together, building a future where everyone can put their best foot forward.

The Opportunity

At Designer Brands, we believe that financial strategy is more than just numbers—it’s about enabling bold ideas and fueling innovation. As our Treasury Manager, you’ll be at the center of that mission, ensuring we have the financial strength and flexibility to support our growth, navigate change, and invest in what matters most: our people, our products, and our customers.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity, brings clarity to ambiguity, and sees opportunity in every challenge. You’ll lead initiatives that shape our capital structure, manage liquidity, and mitigate financial risk—all while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive strategic outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

Capital & Liquidity Strategy

Lead the development and execution of systems and processes for managing cash, investments, debt, and compliance.
Oversee global cash positioning and debt structure to ensure the company maintains optimal liquidity.
Manage capital structure initiatives, including financing restructures and lender deliverables.

Forecasting & Financial Planning

Build and maintain global cash flow forecast models in partnership with FP&A.
Lead corporate-level interest expense forecasting and communicate results to senior leadership.
Analyze balance sheet and cash flow to ensure financial readiness for operations and strategic investments.

Treasury Operations & Risk Management

Oversee daily treasury operations, including bank relationships and cash management strategies.
Advise on share repurchase programs, quarterly dividends, and M&A activity.
Manage relationships with rating agencies and lead presentations on business performance and projections.

Compliance & Reporting

Lead treasury-related accounting activities, including close processes, financial statement reviews, and SEC reporting (10Q/10K footnotes, earnings releases).
Ensure compliance with SOX requirements by designing and documenting effective control processes.
Oversee inventory appraisals and field exams required under credit facilities.

Strategic Partnerships

Collaborate with external partners including banks, legal teams, and lenders to support financing and capital initiatives.
Manage intellectual property valuation processes and ensure timely delivery of business updates and financial projections.

Team Leadership & Development

Mentor and develop treasury team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and expand team capabilities.

What You’ll Need

Experience

5+ years of experience in treasury or a related financial field.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline.

Skills & Strengths

Deep understanding of ABLs, Term Loans, and ATM financing structures.
Experience with intellectual property valuations and financing restructures.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to solve complex problems.
Confident decision-maker, even in unfamiliar or high-stakes situations.
Skilled in financial modeling, presentation development, and storytelling through data.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
Proven leadership experience with a passion for coaching and team development.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is a plus.

Perks and Benefits You’ll Enjoy!

Your Sole Well-Being: Our benefits package is crafted with our associates in mind! We support you with benefits like free virtual health care, robust family/fertility benefits, 401(k) w/ match, and more. Explore our offerings at https://mymobilewalletcard.com/dbi.
Stride with Flexibility: We offer hybrid and remote work opportunities, giving you the freedom to stay connected, productive, and inspired—wherever you do your best work.
Stepping Up Your Career: Take advantage of training programs, professional development, and education assistance to advance your career with a company that celebrates bold ideas and fresh perspectives.
We are Shoe-Obsessed: Because we know a great pair of shoes can change your day, you’ll enjoy 30% off at DSW & DSW.com, plus discounts across our family of brands.

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