ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Production Planner, you will support the execution of the PO management process, including purchase order creation, handling exceptions, and managing order change requests. You will collaborate with the Planning Team, Brand, and Vendors to ensure timely deliveries and provide accurate data to internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires strong analytical and relationship-building skills to drive decision-making and ensure process alignment across regions. You will also play a key role in identifying risks and opportunities, supporting continuous improvement, and acting as a change agent within the Product Supply and Supply Chain organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute PO management processes, including PO creation and change memo issuanceAnalyze weekly exceptions and unconfirmed POs, taking action to resolve issues and maintain CRD datesCollaborate with Global Material Supply, QA, and vendors to ensure on-time deliveriesPartner with VF Logistics and vendors to optimize delivery timelinesMonitor factory KPIs and maintain vendor scorecardsSupport and elevate factory audit activities (where applicable)Prepare detailed analytics and production tracking tools for visibility to Brand and RegionsMonitor Factory Ledger (where applicable) and ensure year-end balance settlementAct as a change agent by building trust, communicating business objectives, and supporting management vision

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Experience in planning, ideally with exposure to manufacturing or consumer goods (apparel, footwear, equipment)Strong data analysis and forecasting skillsAbility to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks with tight deadlinesHigh learning agility and a growth mindsetStrong communication and collaboration skills across global teamsIntegrity, ethics, and professionalism

KEY COMPETENCIES

Behavioral:Execute business strategy and visionEnable operational resultsEmbrace and prepare for changeEnsure effective communicationBuild collaboration internally and externallyQuantify insights using dataManage ambiguityFunctional:Excellent English (spoken and written); Cantonese/Mandarin a plusProficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation toolsData modeling and forecastingKPI managementSupply chain planning and retail knowledge preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or High School Diploma with relevant experiencePreferred fields: Operations, Supply Chain, International Business

WORKING CONDITIONS

Travel: As requiredOther conditions: May include evening/weekend work, shift work, or working with challenging clients depending on business needs

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