Senior Analyst, Material Strategy

VF Outdoor; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Outdoor in Singapore is seeking a senior materials sourcing professional to shape global mill strategy and strengthen the footwear and equipment supply chain.

You will lead data-driven sourcing, collaborate across functions, and drive supplier engagement to optimize quality, cost, and delivery.

Qualifications

• Advanced data analysis and strategic thinking for sourcing decisions.
• Experience with material sourcing in textile/supply chains preferred.
• Ability to translate cost data into actionable procurement insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve long-term material sourcing strategies.
• Analyse and optimize the global mill portfolio for quality, cost and delivery.
• Leverage data to generate insights on material trends and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, Product Creation, Sustainability and Supply Planning teams.
• Support supplier segmentation and engagement plans to build partnerships.
• Create dashboards and reports communicating strategy progress and risks to leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Cost analysis

Supply chain knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

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.

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