Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight
- Lead the operational management of VF's global Responsible Sourcing Operation program, including annual audit forecasting, quarterly and new audit planning and alignment with sourcing and vendor movement.
- Serve as the strategic owner of vendor-related data across the supply chain, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with broader business objectives.
- Define and enforce data standards, governance frameworks, and usage policies to maintain consistency and compliance across systems and teams.
- Collaborates with supply chain teams and leadership to align data initiatives with operational and strategic goals.
Reporting & Data Management
- Oversee the collection, organization, and cleansing of key performance indicators (KPIs) for Responsible Operation (RSO) and Product Stewardship programs.
- Integrate Product Stewardship (PS) data with factory data creates a unified, end-to-end view of chemical usage, compliance, and operational performance—enabling smarter decisions, streamlined processes, and stronger regulatory alignment across the supply chain.
- Develop and manage monthly and quarterly reporting cadences for Brands, business units, and workstreams, tailored to stakeholder needs.
- Ensure timely preparation of quarterly reports for VF's Audit Committee, including data analysis and trend commentary.
- Deliver executive-level reports and visualizations (e.g., Tableau, PowerPoint), translating complex data into actionable insights.
Systems & Process Optimization
- Manage and enhance data platforms such as Fair Factories Clearinghouse (FFC) and SARGE, ensuring data quality, timeliness, and completeness.
- Lead database development and administration, including user guides, account management, data settings, and system improvement proposals.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and elevate operational performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with the Senior Director of RSO and Sr. Manager of RSO Strategy & Standards to support strategic planning and execution of global frameworks.
- Collaborate with global sourcing organization teams to manage vendor and factory data (e.g., production type, activity status) for audit and compliance purposes.
- Build strong relationships across Sustainability & Responsible (S&R) stakeholders, Sourcing Organization and other departments to align decisions, solve problems, and enhance connectivity.
Operational Support & Governance
- Lead the approval process for vendor and factory onboarding/offloading in the Infor Nexus system for compliance tracking.
- Provide oversight and support for audit scheduling, reporting, and invoice management within the RSO Assurance team.
- Partner with the global Responsible Sourcing Operation Advancement team beyond the factory compliance program enables a more integrated and forward-looking approach to operational excellence and enhance overall factory performance.
- Support Factory Compliance platform training and respond to ad hoc reporting and data requests as needed.
Team Management & Development
- Manages a team of 2 Analysts, Sustainability & Responsibility Data by providing technical mentorship, annual workplan development, as well as general day-to-day management support.
- Translates business and team strategies into clear, actionable annual workplans and individual objectives that align with broader business goals.
- Delegates projects and responsibilities based on a deep understanding of each team member's strengths, growth areas, and career aspirations, ensuring optimal utilization and development.
- Fosters a collaborative and solution-oriented team culture by engaging regularly in problem solving, cross-functional coordination, and proactive issue resolution within S&R and across departments.
- Champions the direct reports professional development by leveraging tools such as eMOM, Growth Plans, Individual Development Plans (IDPs), and Growth Assignments (GAs) to support career progression and skill-building.
- Drives accountability and performance excellence, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs in alignment with strategic priorities, while cultivating an environment that encourages continuous learning and career advancement.
Key Attributes & Competencies
- Proven track record in data governance, compliance operations, and supply chain reporting, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives, aligning diverse teams toward strategic outcomes and operational excellence.
- Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and Smartsheet, with expertise in developing impactful reporting formats.
- Adept at data analysis and interpretation, capable of drawing meaningful conclusions and presenting them in structured, executive-ready formats.
- Ability to translate conceptual models into practical, scalable initiatives that drive measurable impact.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Tableau, Power BI, and Smartsheet is highly desirable.
- Experienced in database management, including data entry, reporting, and process optimization.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging global teams across cultures and functions.
- Strong organizational and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to deliver results across geographies and organizational boundaries.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in team leadership or supervisory roles, with a focus on coaching, development, and performance management.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in local languages is an added advantage.
- Upholds the highest standards of personal and professional integrity, ethics, and accountability.
- Deep passion for sustainability and a commitment to leveraging data for positive environmental and social impact.
Experience Requirements
- Years of Related Professional Experience: 5+ years
- Years of Supervisory Experience: 2+ years
Educational / Position Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in information system/Data management, Statistics, Accounting, Legal, Business Administration or other relevant experiences
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