Total 3 Manager level Transportation / Logistics job vacancies

ABOUT YOUR ROLE:

As part of our strategic evolution to strengthen material sourcing across our performance and lifestyle brands, we are creating a dedicated Material Sourcing Manager role to support Smartwool and Icebreaker. This role is designed to unify and elevate material development efforts across these brands, ensuring alignment with business goals, brand identities, and sustainability commitments.

Reporting directly to the Director of Apparel Sourcing, the Material Manager will lead a team focused on building strong partnerships with brand material development and product creation teams. The role will drive material excellence by optimizing supplier performance, enabling innovation, and ensuring timely and compliant material delivery across all apparel categories.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Cross-Brand Partnership & Alignment

• Serve as the central point of contact for material development across Smartwool and Icebreaker.
• Align seasonal material strategies with brand-specific product creation calendars and priorities.
• Facilitate cross-brand collaboration to leverage synergies and share best practices.

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Own supplier relationships and performance across all three brands, using KPIs to drive quality, cost, delivery, innovation, and sustainability.
• Lead supplier negotiations and capacity planning to support seasonal and strategic needs.
• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement plans with underperforming suppliers.

Material Development & Commercialization

• Oversee development and commercialization of materials, ensuring technical, compliance, and brand standards are met.
• Manage testing, approvals, and documentation within PLM systems.
• Support innovation and differentiation through material capabilities aligned with brand DNA.

Material Supply Optimization

• Monitor material readiness, lead times, and delivery schedules to ensure on-time availability.
• Collaborate with sourcing and planning teams to mitigate risks and optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Support supplier allocation and capacity planning across brands.

Sustainability & Innovation Leadership

• Champion the integration of sustainable and circular materials into the development pipeline.
• Stay ahead of emerging material technologies and supplier innovations to drive brand differentiation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop a team of material developers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Set clear goals, provide coaching and feedback, and support career development.
• Promote an inclusive and innovative team environment that reflects brand values.

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

Technical & Functional Expertise

• Material Knowledge: Deep understanding of textile construction, finishing, dyeing, and performance standards, wool related experience is preferred.
• Supplier Management: Skilled in managing global mill relationships, supplier scorecards, and performance improvement plans.
• Sustainability Expertise: Familiarity with sustainable materials, certifications (e.g., GRS, Bluesign, OekoTex), and circular design principles.

Execution & Operational Focus

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple development timelines and deliverables.

Collaboration & Communication

• Cross-Functional Partnership: Proven ability to work across product creation, sourcing, planning, and brand teams.
• Influence & Negotiation: Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills with both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Communication: Clear and persuasive communicator, capable of presenting to senior leadership and external partners.

Leadership & People Management

• Team Leadership: Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team of material developers.
• Performance Management: Set clear goals, provide feedback, and manage performance effectively.
• Decision-Making: Confident in making timely, data-informed decisions under pressure, ability to deal with ambiguity.

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 workplace flexibility that is about helping you show up and lean into life with your whole self – emotionally, physically and socially.

STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

At 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.

About your role: 

In this role, you will lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team responsible for the deployment, optimization, and readiness of PD tools across the Footwear and Equipment organization, serving as the primary interface between PD and Platform teams. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving the preservation and management of organizational knowledge by ensuring the development, maintenance, and updating of SOPs, as well as standardizing internal processes to minimize knowledge loss and ensure continuity.  

You will champion the development of technical and nurture future talent, particularly in footwear technology, by promoting targeted training and development initiatives. You will ensure the consistent use of best practices, tools, and processes, translating enterprise frameworks and strategic initiatives into practical, brand-relevant solutions for your team and the broader organization.  

Your responsibilities will include (but not limited): 

• Knowledge Preservation  

• Oversee the preservation and management of organizational knowledge to ensure continuity and minimize knowledge loss; 

• Map, standardize, and document internal processes by developing, maintaining, and updating SOPs. 

• Capabilities Development  

• Lead the development of technical skills within the team and nurture future talent with a focus on footwear technology. 

• Drive continuous enhancement of the Product Development team's technical capabilities through targeted training and development initiatives. 

• Define, promote, and ensure the consistent and effective use of best practices, tools, and processes across the organization. 

• Translate enterprise frameworks and strategic initiatives into practical, brand-relevant solutions for the team and broader organization. 

• Drive operational excellence by leading initiatives related to development execution, governance, and reporting. 

• Ensure alignment and collaboration across regions, brands, and vendors to maintain high standards and unified processes. 

• Development KPI Governance & Intelligence  

• Establish and oversee governance of KPIs to measure and drive performance. 

• Support and enforce milestone adherence and execution discipline throughout project lifecycles. 

• Deliver fact-based insights and PD intelligence to enable informed, data-driven decision making. 

• Tools Adoption & Readiness  

• Lead the deployment, optimization, and readiness of Product Development tools, serving as the primary liaison between Product Development and Platform teams (e.g., PxM, PSE). 

• Ensure consistent and effective utilization of tools across teams and functions. 

• Define, align, and promote best practices for tool usage and process implementation across brands in collaboration with platform teams. 

• Own and lead category-specific business initiatives, translating enterprise frameworks into actionable results at the category level. 

• Operational Execution  

• Oversee SMS PO management for all brands, including resolving discrepancies, tracking PR/PO conversion, ensuring PO acknowledgment and system updates, confirming sample packaging, and monitoring shipping and communications with brands/regions. 

• Manage ECN (Engineering Change Notice) data to maintain accuracy and process integrity. 

What we will be looking for in you: 

• Knowledge of the product category within the scope of this role with proven experience - good understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods; 

• You will be coaching and developing your team, providing timely constructive feedback enabling them to excel and realize their potential. 

• Proven leadership experience in managing multi-cultural teams and ability to influence stakeholders on a global level to advance business goals. 

• Product Development or Technical expertise will be an advantage. 

• Drive and passion to make a difference, presenting a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity to your team and peers. 

• Executive presence – you will be capable of capturing your audience’s attention, being composed and well prepared. 

• Ability to lead, facilitate and champion change. 

• Good business acumen and understanding of the competitive global business environment, as well as an awareness of economic, social and political trends that impact the organization’s global strategy. 

Key Attributes: 

• Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics. 

• Passion for product and a consumer-first mindset; 

• Able to manage complex and conflicting interpersonal interactions with others, solve problems, make decisions, operate independently and with discretion, and work effectively under pressure.  

• Possesses excellent organizational and analytical skills and prioritize and can successfully execute multiple tasks/projects. 

• Able to collaborate with peers and superiors while building relationships with individuals and organizations across the globe.  

• Maintains a global perspective and is culturally sensitive and aware.  

• Demonstrates a creative, energetic, and motivated spirit. 

Desirable Qualifications & Competencies: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. MBA is a plus; 

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in the field of process engineering or manufacturing , with at least 3 years in a senior managerial role; 

• Experience working with overseas factories, and a multi-cultural factory management team;  

• Proven experience in leading & developing team. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PLM systems, and production planning tools. 

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the region. 

Working Hours: 08:30am - 06:00pm (Mon-Fri)

Responsibilities:

• Oversees Material and Purchasing activities in Singapore.

• Planning and scheduling of material movement for manufacturing operation.

• Responsible for all direct purchase cost saving program.

• Responsible for negotiating, sourcing and handling all direct purchasing matters.

• Liaise with customers and internally to ensure customer requirements are well-communicated and on-time deliveries are met.

• Assist and ensure the subordinates doing their job correctly and effectively.

• Cost centre to monitor manufacturing activities and keep cost competitive.

• Other Ad-hoc projects as assigned.
  

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering/Material Management.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in storage and manufacturing.

• In-depth knowledge of inventory ERP structural and supply chain management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Comfortable to work at East area, Changi South.