ABOUT YOUR ROLE:

As the Senior Manager, Global Materials Library, you will play a critical role in supporting the strategic leadership and operational excellence of VF’s centralized materials library across apparel brands. Reporting to the Director of Material Library & Mill Portfolio, you will lead the execution of governance frameworks, lifecycle management, and digital transformation initiatives that enable material efficiency, cost leverage, and innovation. You will collaborate closely with Material Sourcing team, sourcing leaders, and suppliers to ensure the library is a high-performing, future-ready asset.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Strategic Execution & Governance

Support the Director in implementing and governing the centralized Global Materials Library across VF apparel brands.Operationalize processes to rationalize material development requests and reduce redundancies.Maintain and govern metadata and data attributes to enable material consolidation and strategic leverage.Lead seasonal and lifecycle core material reviews to assess relevance, usage, and optimization.Partner with sourcing and material leaders to manage the addition or retirement of materials based on business needs.

Team Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a team of 1–2 fabric developers to ensure high performance and alignment with library goals.Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that supports innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.Provide technical guidance and mentorship on fabric development, evaluation, and lifecycle management.

Materials Lifecycle Management

Oversee the circulation, inventory, and lifecycle planning of materials in collaboration with regional teams.Ensure physical libraries are maintained in key global locations to support product and cross-brand initiatives.Manage material quality evaluations to ensure alignment with sustainability, innovation, and cost goals.Conduct regular audits to identify overlaps and opportunities for consolidation.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Act as a key liaison between the Director, brand teams, and Materials Development leaders to ensure alignment on material standards and supplier leverage.Provide centralized access to core materials and strategic insights for cross-functional teams.

Data & Digital Enablement

Support the development and maintenance of analytics platforms to track material utilization, performance, and cost efficiency.Lead initiatives to digitize and streamline material workflows and integrate with PLM/ERP systems.Collaborate with IT and digital innovation teams to ensure the robustness of the material database system.

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

Technical Expertise

Deep knowledge of fabric types, construction, finishing, and performance characteristics.Experience in material development, sourcing, and lifecycle management.Familiarity with sustainability standards and innovation in textile materials.

Leadership & Collaboration

Proven ability to lead and develop small teams.Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence cross-functional stakeholders.Ability to build trusted relationships across teams and suppliers.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

Strong analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.Ability to manage complex projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.Experience with PLM, ERP, or material library systems is a plus.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

Being a part of a movement that is Purpose led which enables us to have a positive impact on communities around the world, it gives greater meaning to the work we do.Working with a team of diverse and sharp minds that work with an inclusive and global mindset because our differences are what make us stronger together. Providing you with the best in class, work environment, well-being policies and work place flexibility that is about helping you show up and lean into life with your whole self – emotionally, physically and socially.

Statement on Diversity & Inclusion

At VF, we foster an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences of our associates, customers, suppliers, and communities. VF is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), 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.

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