Specialist, Sourcing Operations, Footwear

• Assist in Risk Assessment (TD) and Pre-Production (T4) meetings by gathering data relevant data, identifying risks and recommending actions to safeguard product quality and performance, ensuring alignment with brand standards and industry best practices;
• Support QM team to drive factory adherence to SOPs and product specifications during mass production, maintaining quality, aesthetics, and performance approved standards.
• Track and report on core KPIs and timely escalations to ensure KPIs are consistently met or exceeded;
• Take full accountability for resolving daily production-related issues (e.g., material delays, low output) in close collaboration with VF functions and Factory partners.
• Work closely with VF and the factory planning team to validate factory production planning schedule to achieve OTP targets.
• Make real-time production decisions when required, including line balancing and automation recommendations.
• Assist in supervising production start-up for ”high-risk styles” in partnership with QM, to ensure products meet brand expectations for quality, aesthetics, and performance.
• Support the RSO (Responsible Sourcing Ops) team in verifying the completion of social/environmental compliance corrective action plans and assist in implementing VF’s environmental and social programs (e.g., Higg Index, WCD, LABS).
• Provide on-the-ground support for automation adoption and process changes.
• Prepare production reports and insights for management;
• Support the QA team in root cause analysis and CAP reviews for quality claims . Help monitor the implementation of CAP and report on progress

• Knowledge of the product category within the scope of this role with proven experience - understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods;

• Drive and passion to make a difference, presenting a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity;
• Product Development or Technical expertise will be an advantage.

• Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.

• Passion for product and a consumer-first mindset;

• Able to manage complex and conflicting interpersonal interactions with others, solve problems, make decisions and work effectively under pressure.
• Possesses excellent organizational and analytical skills;
• Able to collaborate with peers and superiors while building relationships with individuals and organizations across the globe.
• Culturally sensitive and aware.
• Demonstrates a creative, energetic, and motivated spirit.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. MBA is a plus;
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the field of production operations or technical roles;
• Experience working with overseas factories, and a multi-cultural factory management team;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PLM systems, and production planning tools.
• Fluent in English (written and Verbal) additional languages (Vietnamese, Khmer, Mandarin) are a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the region.

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