Senior Developer, Sourcing

VF Corp.; São Paulo; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Corp. in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, seeks a Senior Sourcing Developer to lead the end-to-end product development process for knitted and woven apparel.

You will allocate styles to vendors, manage calendars, and drive process improvements in collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes vendor capabilities assessment, data-driven decision making, and strong communication to meet brand goals within VF Asia Product Supply framework.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product development of knitted and woven apparel, vendor management, and sourcing activities.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proactive problem-solving with a focus on process improvement.
• Learning agility and adaptability to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Passionate about product with a curious, open mindset.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end product development and calendar management with vendors.
• Ensure strict adherence to the brand development calendar and collaborate on solutions.
• Partner with vendors to ensure sample execution and issue resolution.
• Execute brand product strategies with cross-functional coordination.
• Implement work plans and monitor progress with stakeholders.
• Analyze internal and vendor performance data for actionable insights.
• Collaborate with Planning, Global Materials Supply, Logistics, Technical Design, and Quality teams.
• Communicate data-driven views and proposed solutions to maintain calendars.
• Drive VF Asia Product Supply process improvements.

Skills

Vendor management

Product development

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Calendar management

Education

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Airtable

Smartsheet

Power BI

Tableau

Power Query

Job description

Location: Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul

ABOUT YOUR ROLE:

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Sourcing Developer with a deep understanding of vendor management and product development in the apparel industry. In this role, you will be responsible for strategically allocating styles to vendors, managing the end-to-end product development process, and leading initiatives aimed at process improvement and meeting various business requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of vendor capabilities and product intricacies, coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

but not limited to

• Product Development Process : Demonstrate expertise in the end-to-end product development process, including calendar building, vendor management, and product replenishment, while maintaining a thorough understanding of vendor capabilities
• Calendar Management: Ensure strict adherence to the brand development calendar, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues, and collaborating with your manager to find solutions
• Vendor Collaboration: Partner with vendors to ensure consistent product excellence, as well as timely and seamless sample execution, issue resolution
• Strategic Execution: Work closely with your manager to understand brand product development strategies, executing operational and project activities independently, and coordinating with internal cross-functional teams and vendors
• Work Plan Implementation: Effectively implement work plans, regularly monitoring progress, and working with your manager to prioritize actions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Data Analysis: Analyse internal and vendor performance data to provide actionable insights, supporting continuous improvement, optimizing vendor capabilities, and driving overall process excellence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Planning, Global Materials Supply, Logistics, Technical Design, Quality teams to achieve brand goals and objectives
• Communication: Confidently express your views with supporting data, proactively communicate with stakeholders when development concerns arise, and provide solutions to maintain set calendar dates
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in company-wide initiatives to promote VF and improve supply chain systems and processes within the VF Asia Product Supply framework

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience in the product development of knitted and woven apparel, vendor management, and sourcing activities within the apparel industry
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement
• Strong learning agility, open to understand change and adapt, as well as maintain effectiveness in a rapidly changing environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Passionate about product and possess a curious and open mindset to learn

EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE

• Academic Degree: Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Working Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing, with prior experience in the apparel industry preferred
• Language Proficiency: Strong communication skills in both English and Mandarin
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Airtable. Familiarity with Smartsheet, Power BI, Tableau, and Power Query is a plus.
• Platforms: Familiarity with digital platforms for product development and process efficiency is highly advantageous

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Being part of a business that is Purpose led enabling one to have a positive impact on communities around the world, giving greater meaning to the work that we do
• You will work with a team of diverse and sharp minds that operate with an inclusive and global mindset because our differences are what make us stronger together
• We will provide 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

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VF Diversity Vision StatementVF 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 an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. 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 factor.