Deep technical knowledge in footwear and equipment materials
Experience managing tier 2 supplier relationships
Proven success in seasonal negotiation cycles
VF Singapore Overseas Services Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Senior Manager for Materials Sourcing & Library, responsible for establishing and managing a centralized Materials Library for footwear and equipment brands. The ideal candidate should possess in-depth technical knowledge of materials, strong project management skills, and the ability to leverage data analytics for optimized material sourcing
Job Summary
This role is instrumental in driving efficiency, enabling material leverage across regions, and optimizing material spend for VF brands.
The Senior Manager will lead the creation and governance of a centralized Global Materials Library while overseeing seasonal negotiation cycles.
Candidates must possess deep technical expertise in footwear and equipment materials alongside strong business acumen to standardize material needs.
Matching Summary
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VF Singapore Overseas Services Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Senior Manager for Materials Sourcing & Library, responsible for establishing and managing a centralized Materials Library for footwear and equipment brands. The ideal candidate should possess in-depth technical knowledge of materials, strong project management skills, and the ability to leverage data analytics for optimized material sourcing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Deep technical knowledge in footwear and equipment materials
Experience managing Tier 2 supplier relationships
Proven success in seasonal negotiation cycles
Strong analytical capabilities for material data
Project management experience in global sourcing
Nice-to-have
Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration
Experience with digital innovation teams
Strategic mindset for sustainability goals
Inclusive leadership culture building
Key Requirements
In-depth technical knowledge in FW & EQ materials
Exposure to supplier management and sourcing strategies
Demonstrated success in managing complex global supplier relationships