Developer, Material Sourcing
LATM > SLV > San Salvador > VF Sourcing Latin AmericaFull-timePosted Aug 6, 2026
ABOUT YOUR ROLE:
Support growth and profitability as a material sourcing expert. Execute professional material development and commercialization to transition from development to bulk in coordination with the product calendar.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Include but not limited to
- Manage the material development to bulk production process for the business, working with key business partners in overseas headquarter and other sourcing team.
- Ensure all material development activities (including lab dips, strike offs, salesman samples) are followed strictly to the calendar, working with relevant stakeholders throughout the process.
- Provide knowledge and guidance on materials to the business teams.
- Solid experience to deal with offshore vendors and proactively to communicate with them for all fabric and/or trim development follow up, including all required testing.
- Proactively work with fabric and/or trim suppliers and business partner for solution of potential quality issues.
- Prepare supplier performance reports to manage business expectations and product delivery.
- Collect & manage the details and documents (including sample invoices & GRS certification) for seasonal reports.
- Proactive in price negotiation and sourcing of suppliers to meet requirements, conduct cost analysis.
- Participate in and help drive process improvements.
WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:
Competency requirements:
- Sound knowledge and experience handling fabric and/or trim materials (woven & knit).
- Able to review product and suggest alternative options for costing and technical purposes.
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, in English and Spanish.
- Strong multitasker that can handle a wide scope on tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated and able to work under pressure and be focused.
- Extremely well organized with a keen eye for detail.
- Competent in managing relationships with suppliers and internal business partners.
Skill Requirements:
- At least 3 years’ experience, preferable in textiles/fashion/consumer goods.
- Intermediate-advanced user of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel (pivot tables, etc).