Trims & Materials Operations Lead

VF Corp.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Corporation in Singapore is seeking a proactive Manager, Trims & Material Operations to lead integrated trims and material operations for Apparel Materials. You will drive strategy, standards, and ways of working with the wider Materials Sourcing team, combining trims category leadership with operational governance across fabrics and trims.

The role demands strong trims and supplier knowledge, leadership experience, and a data-driven mindset to deliver reliable development, consistent

Qualifications

• Trims knowledge: strong knowledge of apparel trims, construction, manufacturing processes, testing, quality standards, and commercialization.
• Supplier management: skilled in managing trims supplier performance scorecards, cost and lead‑time levers, capacity, risk, and improvement plans.
• Systems & data: understanding of material development milestones, PLM and workflow tools, operational KPIs, and data governance.
• Execution & operational focus: project/program management with disciplined follow‑through.
• Seasonal readiness: ability to work across multiple seasons, categories, suppliers, and changing priorities.
• Data-driven mindset: data‑driven, solution‑focused, and committed to process adherence and measurable improvement.

Responsibilities

• Trims Strategy & Brand Partnership: act as primary trims contact across Apparel Materials, translating seasonal needs into actionable priorities.
• Trims Development & Commercialization: oversee commercialization across trims portfolio and ensure standards and readiness.
• Supplier Management & Performance: monitor supplier KPIs and support performance reviews and onboarding.
• Material Operations Leadership: own KPI governance and operating rhythm, ensure tracking of milestones and service levels.
• Systems, Data & Process Excellence: oversee tools and data sources, simplify workflows and drive data discipline.
• Cross-Functional Risk & Decision Making: surface risks early with clear owners and mitigation actions.
• Team Leadership & Capability Building: lead and develop team with clear goals and accountability.

Skills

Trims knowledge

Supplier management

Systems & data

Execution focus

Seasonal readiness

Data-driven mindset

Job description

VF Corporation in Singapore is seeking a proactive Manager, Trims & Material Operations to lead integrated trims and material operations for Apparel Materials. You will drive strategy, standards, and ways of working with the wider Materials Sourcing team, combining trims category leadership with operational governance across fabrics and trims.

The role demands strong trims and supplier knowledge, leadership experience, and a data-driven mindset to deliver reliable development, consistent