Senior Analyst, Material Strategy

VF Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Corp. is seeking a Senior Material Sourcing Analyst to shape and execute our global material sourcing strategy across footwear and equipment brands from Singapore.

You will drive portfolio optimization, leverage data-driven insights, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align material strategy with brand goals and sustainability commitments. In this role you will build dashboards, analyze supplier performance, and communicate risks and opportunities to senior leadership, helping to

Qualifications

• Analytical and strategic thinking is essential for shaping sourcing strategy.
• Strong financial acumen to interpret cost data for suppliers and product teams.
• Attention to detail required for accurate data analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools to communicate insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support long-term material sourcing strategies aligned with brand goals and sustainability.
• Analyse and optimise the global mill portfolio for cost, quality and delivery.
• Leverage internal and external data to generate actionable insights on material trends and supplier performance.
• Partner with Sourcing, Product Creation, Sustainability and Planning teams to align material strategies with business needs.
• Support supplier segmentation and engagement plans to foster strong partnerships.
• Create dashboards, reports and presentations to communicate strategy progress and risks to senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication & influence

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Job description

ABOUT YOUR ROLE:

This role will be instrumental in shaping and executing the material sourcing strategy and optimizing the global mill portfolio across multiple Footwear & Equipment brands. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of data-driven insight, industry knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to drive material excellence and supply chain resilience.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Material Sourcing Strategy Development Support the creation and evolution of long-term material sourcing strategies aligned with brand, category, and sustainability goals.

• Mill Portfolio Management Analyse and optimize the global mill portfolio to ensure strategic alignment, risk mitigation, and performance improvement across quality, cost, and delivery.

• Data Analysis & Insights Leverage internal and external data to generate actionable insights on material trends, supplier performance, and sourcing opportunities.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Sourcing, Product Creation, Sustainability, and Supply Planning teams to align material strategies with business needs and timelines.

• Supplier Engagement Support strategic supplier segmentation and engagement plans to build strong, value-driven partnerships.

• Reporting & Communication Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and presentations to communicate strategy progress, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

• Financial Acumen: Ability to interpret cost data and translate it into actionable insights for sourcing and development teams.

• Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying cost inefficiencies and proposing strategic solutions.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data analysis and reporting.

Data Tools Proficiency

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools; familiarity with SQL or Python is a plus.

• Supply Chain & Sourcing Knowledge Understanding of global textile supply chains, sourcing markets, and mill operations.

• Project Management Prioritization: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Independence: Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision while collaborating effect

• Communication & Influence Excellent and clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to and influence senior stakeholders.

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Proven ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships across diverse teams and geographies.

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.