Director, Vendor Operation Efficiency

Job description

ABOUT VF:VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans, The North Face, Timberland, etc.

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.

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BUSINESS TITLE (JOB POSTING TITLE): Director Vendor Operational Efficiency
BRAND/ FUNCTION (if applicable): Supply Chain
LOCATION: Singapore
REPORTING TO: Senior Director Product Supply Enablement
ABOUT YOUR ROLE:This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on consulting capabilities, leading a small, agile team focused on diagnosing cost drivers, designing tailored solutions, and driving implementation across complex environments.

The Director of Vendor Operational Efficiency will work cross-functionally with supply chain, brand, and regional teams to spearhead initiatives that improve factory overhead performance across VF's global vendor base.
The ideal candidate brings a unique blend of analytical rigor, operational expertise, and stakeholder influence to deliver measurable cost improvements while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strong vendor partnerships.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:Include but not limited to

• Lead global overhead optimization strategy.
  
  Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to reduce factory overhead costs across VF Corporation's global vendor base, aligning with corporate goals and operational priorities.
  
  
• Diagnose cost opportunities and translate insights into actionable opportunities.
  
  Lead team accountable for identifying & quantifying drivers for additional cost drivers in vendor overheads paid by VF vs industry benchmarks.
  
  
• Identify & Isolate value pools in vendor overheads by utilizing detailed analysis of available data including CDW, vendor interviews and surveys, industry data and by reviewing VF business practices to build business case outlining potential changes in business practices required to unlock value, quantifying benefit for brands/regions in adopting change.
  
  
• Build and maintain a cost opportunity pipeline.
  
  Maintain a dynamic pipeline of cost-saving opportunities, categorized by impact, complexity, and readiness, to guide prioritization and resource allocation.
  
  
• Lead communications to Brand, Region and Supply Chain leadership teams, outline case for change & expected benefits from limited data sets available.
  
  
• Build cross functional support across VF from Brand/Region Presidents to functional heads & teams on the ground etc for outline initiatives.
  
  In partnership with relevant heads of function, define & establish of new processes across product development, planning, buying, vendor relationship management that align with industry best practice and unlock value for VF
• Establish & lead Project Management Office for initiatives identified.
  
  Assemble & lead cross functional teams to influence business partners in changing processes & business practices to unlock value to VF & vendors and drive implementation against agreed timeframe
• Covers Global Vendor base and all VF brands/regions.
  
  Anticipated to drive $100M benefit over lifetime of project.
  
  
• Lead direct team of 2 but work effectively cross functionally across supply chain, all brands and all regions

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Generally ten to twelve years of progressive experience with five years of managerial experience
• Top Global Management Consulting background with proven project management skills is required
• Strong organization, leadership and communication skills

Knowledge & Application

• Function manager with broad extensive knowledge of the theories and practices within a functional area and its interrelationship with other functional areas
• Directs the application of existing principles and guides development of new policies and ideas across the functional area
• Substantial expertise in practical issues of the disciplines to lead, integrate and direct work
• Advanced knowledge of a highly specialized field and some knowledge across related fields
• Leads the development of new functional policies

Problem Solving

• Occasionally, issues are complex where fundamental principles do not clearly apply or where data appears to conflict
• Solutions need to be devised based on limited information requiring judgment to apply new solutions and concepts
• Implementation of solutions often requires a longer term view
• Solutions must take into consideration multiple perspectives and future implications
• In most instances require judgment to devise and apply new concepts and solutions

Interaction

• Required to manage issues across significantly divergent audiences, often external as well as internal
• Reconciles multiple stakeholder views, requiring awareness, respect, and the ability to reconcile cultural differences
• Develops communications strategies and has significant persuasion skills
• Resolves conflicts and manages divergent audience perspectives

Impact

• Translates business segment strategy into functional plans and guides their execution
• Impact is on medium- to long-term functional goals
• Has significant impact on the financial results of the business segment
• May directly impact the results of several functional areas

Accountability

• Accountable for results which impact the entire business segment
• Functional budget holder
• Responsible for resource planning
• Accountable for financial impact will be broad and have a far-reaching impact on the business segment
• Full people management accountability
• Responsible for the development of a team of professional managers and experienced individual contributors
• Provides input into succession planning process

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Being a part of a movement that is Purpose led which enables us to have a positive impact on communities around the world, it gives greater meaning to the work we do.
  
  
• Working with a team of diverse and sharp minds that work with an inclusive and global mindset because our differences are what make us stronger together.
  
  
• Providing you with the best in class, work environment, well-being policies and work place flexibility that is about helping you show up and lean into life with your whole self – emotionally, physically and socially.
  
  

Statement on Diversity & InclusionAt VF, we foster an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences of our associates, customers, suppliers, and communities.

VF is an equal opportunity employer.

We're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), 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 factor.

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