Specialist, Sourcing Operations

VF Corporation

  • Ho Chi Minh City
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
About Your RoleYou will support the monitoring of end-to-end production activities across your assigned portfolio of factories, ensuring alignment with VF’s quality standards, production timelines, and operational expectations. As the primary on-site liaison, you will perform structured and routine tasks to assist in real-time issue resolution, enforce adherence to SOPs, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and escalate any deviations.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.Your Responsibilities Will Include (but not limited to):
  • Assist in Risk Assessment (TD) and Pre-Production (T4) meetings by gathering relevant data, identifying risks, and recommending actions to safeguard product quality and performance.
  • Support the QM team to drive factory adherence to SOPs and product specifications during mass production.
  • Track and report on core KPIs and escalate issues in a timely manner to ensure targets are met or exceeded.
  • Take full accountability for resolving daily production-related issues (e.g., material delays, low output) in collaboration with VF functions and factory partners.
  • Work closely with VF and factory planning teams to validate production schedules and achieve OTP targets.
  • Make real-time production decisions when required, including line balancing and automation recommendations.
  • Assist in supervising production start-up for “high-risk styles” in partnership with QM.
  • Support the Responsible Sourcing Operations (RSO) team in verifying 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.
  • Support the QA team in root cause analysis and CAP reviews for quality claims. Help monitor the implementation of CAP and report on progress.
What We Will Be Looking For in You
  • Knowledge of the product category with understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods.
  • Drive and passion to make a difference, with a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity.
  • Product development or technical expertise is an advantage.
Key Attributes
  • Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.
  • Passion for product and a consumer-first mindset.
  • Ability to manage complex interpersonal interactions, solve problems, and work under pressure.
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
  • Strong collaboration skills across global teams.
  • Culturally sensitive and aware.
  • Creative, energetic, and motivated.
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (MBA is a plus).
  • 2–3 years of experience in production operations or technical roles.
  • Experience working with overseas factories and multi-cultural factory management teams.
  • 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.
R-20250717-0059

VF Corporation