ABOUT YOUR ROLE: This leadership position is responsible to lead planning activities for all Direct Source materials from long-term strategic planning (multi-horizon plan) to (pre-/in-) seasonal planning process, material preposition strategies and price negotiations. This position will contribute with the development of the raw material sourcing strategy, supplier capacity plan and drive the seasonal supply planning process in order to maximize product availability. Responsible to assess and mitigate any potential risk to minimize delay associated to nominated suppliers, due to demand shifts, capacity problems, and forecast variances etc. Lead and develop direct reports under the guidance of VF Guiding Principles. Embrace and foster One VF culture in every interaction with your direct reports, internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Include but not limited to Ensure that the GMS strategy fully meets brand requirements by translating their needs and future trends into supplier facing capability requirements. Understand demand forecasts, Brand/regional business requirement and co-lead the creation of raw material sourcing strategy through the Multi-horizon plans which are drawn up to achieve long-term Brand revenue targets and growth expectations. Develop, evolve, and implement supplier management tools to ensure achievement of GMS strategy, goals, and objectives. Lead the design and execution of material preposition initiatives to enable On-Time Performance. Understand brand requirements, Global Ops, Planning and Product Supply strategies and priorities and able to translate those into Global Material Supply & supplier specific requirements. Build strategic relationships with key stakeholders covering Brand/Regional Operations, Asia Product Supply, Global Planning and key suppliers to ensure raw materials are delivered at the right place, on time, at the right cost. Act as process owner for all GMS policies and procedures impacting Global Product Supply, drive policy changes with key stakeholders, including Product Supply, Global Planning and RO’s to ensure proper implementation. Be a driver for initiatives that enable higher agility within the sourcing organization and continuously advance the global supply planning processes, analytical framework and allocation approach to support agility and market needs. Ensure that the strategy framework reflects actions, timelines and responsibilities from a supply base perspective to enable proper implementation. Constantly evolve the GMS strategy framework and communication tools (content and mean of communication) in accordance with changing priorities and brand(s) requirements to ensure that the framework is well understood throughout the organization. Collaborate with Global Planning and Product Supply department to accomplish KPI’s On-Time Performance, Buy Acceptance Rates, and support Quality, CSR, and other relevant Brand needs. Prepare analytical reports / presentations to help illustrate future demand trends, opportunity or risk to senior management and business teams. Analyze organizational performance (e.g. Supplier Key Performance Indicators, business operations & efficiency), forecast operational risks, and work within the Global Material Supply organization and other global functions on issue resolution. Act as a change agent/ambassador throughout the Global Product Supply organization by building trust with various levels in the organization, communicate clearly and consistently business objectives and management vision. Recruit and maintain best in class team to meet or exceed business performance expectations. Foster an environment of empowerment and passion where trust, creativity, innovation and openness can thrive. Provide strategic leadership and mentoring to team members, maximize their development and drive clear succession plans. Frequency of Travel: As required WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU: Competency requirements: Behavioral Competencies - Cascade and execute Business strategy and vision Lead and embrace change, manage change with a view of making the most out of adversity and taking business needs as a priority Coach and develop team, provide team members with timely feedback and advice on improvement actions Optimize talent, understand team members’ strengths, weaknesses, and aspirations, and provide guidance on personal growth and career development Encourage active learning; Promote effective internal and external communication Actively drive internal and external partnerships Able to work under pressure with multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines High learning agility Functional and other Competencies – Excellent English & Spanish (writing and speaking) skills. Mandarin is a plus. Excellent Excel, Power Point and Presentation skill Data visualization software (Tableau, PowerBI, etc.) experience Data analytics/exploration software (Alteryx, Knime etc.) experience Critical thinking/problem solving abilities linked with story-telling skills Ability to hypothesize & create/analyze multiple what-if scenarios Possesses deep functional subject matter knowledge Understanding of supply chain processes, with experience in forecasting and S&OP Proven management experience including leading, coaching, mentoring, and building effective team within a department Skill
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At least 8 years’ experience in planning, with ideally some exposure to manufacturing and/or consumer goods such as footwear, clothing, bags. Minimum Supervisory
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At least 5 years of strong team leadership experience. Minimum Degree Held: University/College degree/diploma or above R-20260805-0033 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.