Developer, Sourcing Development

ABOUT YOUR ROLE: You will be an integral part of the sourcing development team, working with internal and external stakeholders, managing the end-to-end product development process, and leading initiatives aimed at process improvement and meeting various business requirements. You will support your manager to ensure all products hit the calendar deadline dates, working with the brand development teams, and the sourcing headquarters in Singapore to ensure our products are developed at the forefront of sustainability and in alignment with the brand design and future vision. This position requires frequent travel to factory sites across the designated locations. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with strong knowledge of vendor capabilities and product intricacies. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with factory and internal cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: (but not limited to) Ensure adherence to the brand development calendar timeline, effectively raising problems, when found and discuss solutions with your manager Work with vendors to deliver on-time execution of all samples and support technical design requirements for the assigned brand category Work with your manager to understand the brand product development strategies and execute operational activities with internal teams and vendors independently Effectively implement work plans with regular monitoring against the direction and work with your manager to prioritize actions with internal and external counterparts. Analyzing data and provide summaries to support vendor performance Accountable to work with internal stakeholders across Production, Global Material Supply, Logistics and Quality teams to achieve the brand goals and objectives. Confidently speak up and express your own views with authenticity and provide supporting data to improve efficiency. 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: Proven experience in development of knitted and woven apparel with an exposure to handling a diverse product collection will be an advantage Passionate about products and possess a curious and open mindset to learn Strong learning agility and an aptitude for working in a digital environment. Openness to understand change and agility to adapt, maintain effectiveness in a rapidly changing environment Aware of personal career aspirations, strengths, areas for improvement and leverages the resources available for self-development Respects different perspectives with an open mindset to learn to grow 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 workplace flexibility that is about helping you show up and lean into life with your whole self – emotionally, physically and socially. EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE Academic Degree. Textile or related field Preferred. Working Experience 2 years related to sourcing. Language Proficiency: Good communication skills in English. Local language proficiency will be an advantage. Exposure to digital platforms for developing products, driving process efficiency will be a huge advantage Hybrid Schedule Location: Guatemala, Guatemala R-20260612-0028 VF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans®, The North Face® et Timberland®. Fondée en 1899, VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution. VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires. VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, and Timberland®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders. Énoncé de vision de VF en matière de diversité VF s’engage à créer un environnement inclusif qui accueille et valorise les différences parmi tous ses associés, ses clients, ses fournisseurs et les collectivités où nous vivons et exerçons nos activités. Le succès et la croissance continus de VF sont renforcés par des initiatives qui favorisent la diversité à l’échelle mondiale. VF s’engage à offrir l’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi et à traiter ses associés et ses candidats sans discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, le sexe, l’âge, l’origine nationale, la religion, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, l’état matrimonial, la citoyenneté, un handicap, le statut d’ancien combattant protégé, le statut VIH/sida ou tout autre motif protégé par la loi. VF s’engage à répondre aux divers besoins des personnes en situation de handicap dans des délais raisonnables, conformément aux principes d’autonomie, de dignité, d’intégration et d’égalité des chances. Pour ce faire, VF s’efforcera de cerner, de prévenir et d’éliminer les obstacles à l’accessibilité partout où cela est possible, tout en respectant les exigences en matière d’accessibilité prévues par l’ADA, la LAPHO (AODA) et toute autre réglementation provinciale, étatique ou locale applicable. VF s’engage à assurer l’accessibilité numérique, à se conformer aux Règles pour l’accessibilité des contenus Web (WCAG) 2.1, niveau AA, ainsi qu’aux normes de conception accessible de l’ADA et de la LAPHO (AODA), et à toute autre réglementation applicable. Si vous avez besoin d’une mesure d’adaptation ou si vous avez des questions concernant cet énoncé, veuillez transmettre votre demande à PeopleServices@vfc.com VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected basis. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations. If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to PeopleServices@vfc.com.