Senior Engineer, Sourcing Development, Footwear

• Manage development processes with Tier 1 and Tier 2 vendors across all sample stages
• Inspect development samples, including sales samples across countries of origin
• Conduct activities related to new bottoms, uppers, color-ups, fit approval, material testing, wear testing, swatch sign-off, and cost approval
• Plan Buy Ready process by SKU
• Communicate product and performance requirements to vendors
• Solve issues related to construction, performance, costing, and process
• Coordinate factory capacity and material purchasing aligned with production calendar
• Review tech package information and confirm pattern grading and tooling readiness
• Confirm sample size patterns and molds for salesman samples
• Assist in building production specifications
• Propose and implement cost-saving, efficiency, automation, and quality improvement ideas
• Conduct Tech 2 trials and confirm fit and wear testing
• Introduce new products and cascade quality risks during tear-down and NPI meetings
• Provide support as needed during pre-production and production phases
• Support VF’s product strategic initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production quality, on-time performance, and compliance with VF standards

• Deep technical knowledge of footwear categories and material properties
• Basic knowledge of automation and computer stitching for upper pattern construction
• General knowledge of last making, measurements, and mold/bottom checking
• Ability to integrate technical applications without compromising design or cost
• Ability to identify product quality and integrity risks and recommend corrective actions
• Strong relationship-building skills with factories and cross-functional teams
• Branded footwear experience required
• Alignment with VF’s guiding principles: Integrity, Courage, Curiosity, Empathy, Perseverance
• Experience in product development, commercialization, pre-production, and production in footwear or related fields within a multinational company
• Good command of English and strong communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Travel as required