Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Footwear Design Specification Conformance Trial Preparation Sample Size Determination Inventory Planning Process Costing Cost Accounting Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA) Materials Testing Process Analysis Sample Preparation Project Documentation Capacity Planning Process Improvement Cross-Functional Collaboration Business Development

Other Skills

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Communication
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Microsoft PowerPoint
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

Deep understanding and technical knowledge of all footwear categories/constructions, materials properties, and ability to apply technical solutions without compromising design or cost.
PD/Commercialization, Pre-production and Production experience in footwear or related field with a multinational company; branded footwear experience; strong English and communication skills.
Establish and maintain relationships with partner factories and VF cross-functional teams; ability to identify product quality and integrity risks and recommend CAPs.
Proficiency with Tech 2 trials, pattern grading, raw material and wear testing processes, and strong computer skills (Windows/Office).

Requirements:

Oversee development, testing, and commercialization across prototypes, line close, salesman samples, Tech 1 confirmations, and SMU requests to ensure quality and on-time delivery per VF standards.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (QM, GMS, Engineering, SO, CSR, Planning, Costing) and factories to execute costing and commercialization on time and in accordance with VF policies.
Plan and conduct Tech 2 trials, ensure pattern grading aligns with industry/brand standards, validate materials, manage tooling handover, and identify quality/cost improvements.
Coordinate development factory capacity and material purchasing to align with the production calendar, seek cost savings, automation opportunities, and drive production readiness from pre-production through production.

Vans

Retailtech: Retail + Technology

About Vans

Vans is a globally iconic skate brand, forever rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends, and we are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts. At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by five values: 1.Effortless Authenticity: We embrace those who are unapologetically themselves. 2.Radical Creativity: Creativity remains key to everything we do. 3.Unconventional Community: We are inclusive and connected to our consumers, our communities and each other. 4.Relentless Passion: We listen to our people, our athletes and our consumers. 5.Playful Irreverence: We see through the eyes of youth and celebrate the underdog spirit, so we never take ourselves too seriously. VF Corporation VF Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland® and Dickies®. Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive.

Company type: XLarge

Industry: Retailtech: Retail + Technology

Founded: 2018

Company size: 10001

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Job description

Role & Responsibilities:

Position Definition (Key Purpose of the Position):

Ensure quality of development samples and meet milestone dates according to the published product creation calendar
Maintain and track the commercialization timeline and additional reporting needs, and share out with FTW functional teams
Ensure T2 activities are carried out at the assigned factories with a focus on engineering for best productivity, product quality consistency, product integrity and performance in accordance with the brands policies and best practices.
Executes VF Product strategic initiatives captured on OGSTM.

Key Result Areas:

Carry out development related activities within his/her assigned factory to ensure that production quality is being maintained to VF standards and that “on time performance” obligations are being met.
Delivers the job goals by developing strategic relationships and effective communication with VF's cross functional departments such as QM, GMS, Engineering, SO, CSR, Planning and Costing organizations as well as related factory departments/teams to execute Costing and commercialization on time and in accordance with VF's policies and procedures.

Product Development/Commercialization:

Manage the development process with Tier 1 and Tier 2 vendors across prototype, line close, salesman samples, Tech 1 confirmation samples and SMU requests.
Responsible for inspection of all development samples, including sales samples at various COO’s
Conduct core related footwear activities around New Bottoms (TNs) / New Uppers / Color Ups including but not limited to project history, model fit approval, raw material testing, full shoe testing, wear testing, material swatch signoff and cost approval
Plan Buy Ready process by SKU
Communicate product and performance requirements to Tier 1 vendors to adhere to VF standards
Responsible for problem solving around construction / performance / costing / process and SOP sequences to enable consistent production at the highest level
Coordinate development factory capacity and material purchasing according to needed production creation calendar milestones. Balance capacity needs with allocations on an ongoing basis
Review Brand PD tech package information before conducting Tech 2 trials / check and confirm Tier 1 vendor pattern grading is to Industry and/or brand standards
Confirm raw material and product testing meets Industry or brand standards before conducting Tech 2 trials. Review and confirm acceptance of raw material or shoe overrides received from Brand PD.
Confirm sample size pattern and molds before conducting salesman sample making. Confirm Tech 2 tooling for handover to production
Assist on building production specifications
Propose and implement ideas around cost savings, efficiency, automation and process & quality improvements
Conduct Tech 2 trials according to the SOP to confirm the manufacturing process
Confirm fit and wear testing is best in class and fit for purpose
Introduce new product and cascade potential quality risks to downstream teams during the tear down and NPI meetings.

Pre-Production/Production:

Associate to assist where needed

Competency Requirements:

Possess deep understanding and technical knowledge/know-how of all footwear categories/constructions as well as material physical properties.
Basic knowledge of Automation/Computer stitching for upper pattern construction, grading/pattern interlocking for the convenience of Automation/ Computer stitching operation.
General knowledge/skills of last making and measurements.
General knowledge of molds/bottom checking to find potential issues during pre-production trial for new developments.
Integrate the best possible technical application for product without compromising on design specification and cost allowance.
Seek potential cost savings.

Must have branded footwear experience.
Establish and maintain relationships effectively with partner factories and VF cross-functional Teams.
Ability to identify product quality and integrity risks, provide recommendations for CAP

Experience

Minimum Relevant Experience:

PD/Commercialization, Pre-production & Production experience in footwear or related field with a multinational company. Good command of English language and excellent communication skills. Good computer skills in Windows operating environment (Office, Word, Excel, etc.).

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