Senior Specialist, Sourcing Operations

You will be responsible for monitoring end-to-end production activities across your assigned portfolio of factories, ensuring alignment with VF’s quality standards, production timelines, and operational expectations. With a solid understanding of production process, your will contribute to real-time issue resolution, enforce adherence to SOP’s, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. In addition to handling core operational responsibilities, this role serves as a mentor to junior specialists and a key interface with factory management.

This  position requires frequent travel to factory sites across the designated locations. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with strong production operational acumen and technical knowledge . Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate closely with both factory teams and internal stakeholders

•       Coach and mentor other Production Specialists and factory personnel, sharing technical knowledge and best practices;

•       Actively contribute on Risk Assessment (TD) and Pre-Production (T4) meetings by 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.

•       Ensure that core KPIs are consistently met or exceeded by developing;

•       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.

•       Supervise production start-up for ”high-risk styles” in partnership with QM,  to ensure products meet brand expectations for quality, aesthetics, and performance.

•       Take full accountability for resolving daily production-related issues (e.g., material delays, low output) in close collaboration with VF functions and Factory partners.

•       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;

•       Leverage data analytics to improve factory performance and efficiency.

•       Participate in root cause analysis and CAP reviews for quality claims with the QM team. Facilitate CAP implementation and ensure effectiveness of actions implemented.

• 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.

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• 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 4--6 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.