ABOUT YOUR ROLE:We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager Material Library to lead the creation, management and governance of a centralized Materials Library for the FW, EQ & ACC brands within VF.The Senior Manager Material Library will be responsible for optimizing materials selection, qualities, and library processes across VF FW & EQ brands. You will collaborate closely with the Materials Sourcing teams on building processes that enable VF brands to leverage a consolidated materials library.This role requires an experienced professional with in-depth technical knowledge in FW & EQ materials along with project management capabilities and data analytics. This role is instrumental in driving efficiency, enabling material leverage across regions and optimizing material spend.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:Include but not limited to;STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCEEstablish, operationalize and govern a centralized Global Materials Library across the FW, EQ. & ACC brands for VFDefine and implement processes to rationalize material development requests and reduce redundanciesGovern and maintain data attributes and metadata necessary to enable material consolidation and strategic leverageLead seasonal and lifecycle core material reviews to evaluate relevance, usage and library optimizationPartner with Materials Sourcing leaders and Product Leaders within our brands to add or sunset material libraries based on business needsCreate and publish the leveraged cost saving opportunity and measure quarterly that set targets are being metMATERIALS LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENTEnsure physical libraries are maintained in strategic global locations to support product teams and cross brand initiativesManage the process of evaluating material qualities and performance to ensure alignment with sustainability, innovation and cost objectivesConduct periodic reviews to assess usage, overlaps and opportunities for consolidationCOLLABORATION AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENTOwn recommendations to the Materials Development leaders in FW & EQ to standardize material needs and identify leverage opportunities with Tier 2 suppliersServe as the central point of contact for Material Development leaders and brand teams to access core materials and information.DATA ANALYTICS AND PROCESS OPTIMISATIONCreate the appropriate data analytics platform needed, to track material utilization, performance and cost efficiencyLead initiatives to digitize and streamline the material development and management processCollaborate with IT and digital innovation teams to maintain a robust material database systemTEAM AND STAKEHOLDER LEADERSHIPLead and empower materials library teams fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on creating, driving and optimizing the library, supporting regional team mates interactions with each other, and with the Senior Director of Material DevelopmentBuild strong trusted relationships with cross functional partners to align on priorities, solve challenges and win togetherWHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:You will be a materials expert with deep technical knowledge in materials, with strong analytical capabilities and project management experienceYou will be accountable for streamlining material selection, development and life cycle processes, whilst ensuring alignment and collaboration with global materials development and sourcing leadersDemonstrated success in managing cross functional projects and implementing scalable systems or librariesStrong analytical and data-driven mindset ; experience with materials lifecycle and inventory management toolsProven ability to work independently, priorities task and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyProven success in seasonal negotiation cycles and managing complex global supplier relationshipsTechnically fluent in both FW and EQ materials with strong business acumenA connector and influencer who naturally aligns cross-functional teams and drives changeWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:A purpose -driven opportunity to transform how we source and manage materials across iconic global brandsA platform to lead cross brand and cross category impact in a collaborative and forward thinking environmentThe ability to build the future of materials- digitally, sustainably and strategicallyProviding 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.R-20250717-0012
