You will be responsible for monitoring end-to-end production activities across your assigned portfolio of factories, ensuring alignment with VF’s quality standards, production timelines, and operational expectations. With a solid understanding of the production process, you will contribute to real-time issue resolution, enforce adherence to SOPs, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
In addition to handling core operational responsibilities, this role serves as a mentor to junior specialists and a key interface with factory management. This position requires frequent travel to factory sites across the designated locations. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with strong production operational acumen and technical knowledge. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate closely with both factory teams and internal stakeholders.
Your Responsibilities Will Include (but not limited to):Coach and mentor other Production Specialists and factory personnel, sharing technical knowledge and best practices.Actively contribute to Risk Assessment (TD) and Pre-Production (T4) meetings by identifying risks and recommending actions to safeguard product quality and performance.Support the QM team to drive factory adherence to SOPs and product specifications during mass production.Ensure that core KPIs are consistently met or exceeded.Work closely with VF and factory planning teams to validate production schedules and achieve OTP targets.Make real-time production decisions when required, including line balancing and automation recommendations.Supervise production start-up for “high-risk styles” in partnership with QM.Take full accountability for resolving daily production-related issues (e.g., material delays, low output) in collaboration with VF functions and factory partners.Support the Responsible Sourcing Operations (RSO) team in verifying completion of social/environmental compliance corrective action plans and assist in implementing VF’s environmental and social programs (e.g., Higg Index, WCD, LABS).Provide on-the-ground support for automation adoption and process changes.Prepare production reports and insights for management.Leverage data analytics to improve factory performance and efficiency.Participate in root cause analysis and CAP reviews for quality claims with the QM team. Facilitate CAP implementation and ensure effectiveness of actions.What We Will Be Looking For in YouKnowledge of the product category with understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods.Drive and passion to make a difference, with a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity.Product development or technical expertise is an advantage.Key AttributesEmbodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.Passion for product and a consumer-first mindset.Ability to manage complex interpersonal interactions, solve problems, and work under pressure.Excellent organizational and analytical skills.Strong collaboration skills across global teams.Culturally sensitive and aware.Creative, energetic, and motivated.Desirable Qualifications & CompetenciesBachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (MBA is a plus).4–6 years of experience in production operations or technical roles.Experience working with overseas factories and multi-cultural factory management teams.Proficient in Microsoft Office, PLM systems, and production planning tools.Fluent in English (written and verbal); additional languages (Vietnamese, Khmer, Mandarin) are a plus.Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the region.R-20250717-0041