VF Corporation

Engineer, Footwear Product Development

VF Corporation

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Vietnam

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About the role

  • Ensure quality of development samples and meet milestone dates according to the published product creation calendar
  • Maintain and track the commercialization timeline and additional reporting needs, and share out with FTW functional teams
  • Manage the development process with Tier 1 and Tier 2 vendors across prototype, line close, salesman samples, Tech 1 confirmation samples and SMU requests.
  • Responsible for inspection of all development samples, including sales samples at various COO’s
  • Conduct core related footwear activities around New Bottoms (TNs) / New Uppers / Color Ups including but not limited to project history, model fit approval, raw material testing, full shoe testing, wear testing, material swatch signoff and cost approval
  • Communicate product and performance requirements to Tier 1 vendors to adhere to VF standards
  • Confirm fit and wear testing is best in class and fit for purpose.

Requirements

  • Must have branded footwear experience.
  • Possess deep understanding and technical knowledge/know-how of all footwear categories/constructions as well as material physical properties.
  • Basic knowledge of Automation/Computer stitching for upper pattern construction, grading/pattern interlocking for the convenience of Automation/ Computer stitching operation.
  • General knowledge/skills of last making and measurements.
  • General knowledge of molds/bottom checking to find potential issues during pre-production trial for new developments.
  • Minimum Relevant Experience: PD/Commercialization, Pre-production & Production experience in footwear or related field with a multinational company.
  • Good command of English language and excellent communication skills.
  • Good computer skills in Windows operating environment (Office, Word, Excel, etc.).
Benefits
  • Commitment to delivering innovative products to consumers
  • Creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders.
  • Inclusivity and valuing differences among all associates, customers, suppliers, and communities.
  • Health insurance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
footwear experiencetechnical knowledge of footwear categoriesmaterial physical propertiesAutomation/Computer stitchinggrading/pattern interlockinglast makingmolds/bottom checkingpre-production trialPD/Commercialization experienceProduction experience
Soft Skills
communication skillsorganizational skills