Manager, Sourcing Development, Apparel

About the role



You will be leading the sourcing team, in the production country to create strong vendor partnerships, ensuring that all products are developed on time and in line with the brand’s creative and strategic direction. You will work with the Asia Product Supply Sourcing team in the hub, to co-create the sourcing strategy, for your production country. Supporting the Senior Manager/ Manager of Sourcing Development you will play a key role in advocating for, and developing the country’s vendor base.



YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

(but not limited to)



Managing vendor partnerships, ensuring performance that supports the product development processes of the brands
Effectively breaks down functional work plan into detailed work activities, ensures the team is fully aware of their respective roles & responsibilities
Enhancing and advocating for vendors’ capabilities and use of new technologies, to drive innovation of process and product
Communicating proactively with Asia Hub stakeholders, product development and design teams to build and adhere to a product development calendar that enables best in class on time samples, execution and delivery.
Communicating proactively with stakeholders, when there are development concerns raised – and provide solutions where possible, to rectify, whilst maintaining set calendar dates
Collaboration with all ‘in country’ internal stakeholders across Production, Global Material Supply,
Compliance, Responsible Sourcing, Product Stewardship, Logistics and Quality teams to ensure the Delivery of all set KPIs.
Fostering and role modeling a culture of inclusion, candor and trust.
Support all associates in the team, to ensure they create and drive their individual development plans – and develop a regular cadence of review.
Challenge the status quo by adopting a creative and curious style that can drive continuous improvement
Participate in company-wide initiatives to promote VF purpose activation and to improve VF Asia Product Supply systems and processes.


WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:



Knowledge of apparel – with proven experience in development of knitted and woven product and managing a diverse product collection.
You will be coaching and developing your team, providing timely constructive feedback enabling them to excel and realize their potential.
Proven leadership experience in managing multi-cultural teams and ability to influence stakeholders on a global level to advance business goals.
A basic understanding of paper patterns creation and an understanding of digital product creation will be an advantage.
Drive and passion to make a difference, presenting a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity to your team and peers.
Executive presence – you will be capable of capturing your audience’s attention, being composed and well prepared.
Ability to lead, facilitate and champion change.
Good business acumen and understanding of the competitive global business environment, as well as an awareness of economic, social and political trends that impact the organization’s global strategy.
Language Proficiency: Excellent English


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:



Being part of a business that is Purpose led enabling one to have a positive impact on communities around the world, giving greater meaning to the work that we do.
You will work with a team of diverse and sharp minds that operate with an inclusive and global mindset because our differences are what make us stronger together.
We will provide you with the best in class, work environment, well-being policies and work place flexibility that is about helping you show up and lean into life with your whole self – emotionally, physically and socially.