Role Purpose Independently lead the technical industrialization and production readiness of complex and high-risk apparel products through integrated physical and digital development. The role connects product engineering, vendor capability, risk management and data-based performance follow-up to improve right-first-time execution and support compressed Go-To-Market calendars. Build trusted functional partnerships within VF across pillars, with Brand and vendor teams, bringing strong technical judgment, constructive challenge and solution-oriented recommendations to enable better product decisions Key Accountabilities 1. Product Engineering & Industrialization • Lead product industrialization across development, innovation, collaboration and commercialization stages using physical and virtual sampling. • Provide advanced technical expertise to resolve complex fit, pattern, construction, raw-material, manufacturing and product-performance issues. • Partner with Brand Development, Sourcing Development and vendors to engineer products that meet safety, fit, function, performance, quality, cost and manufacturability requirements. • Own development-to-production handover for assigned complex and high-risk styles, ensuring technical specifications are complete, production readiness is confirmed and critical risks are resolved and communicated. • Partner with brands on complex construction, sizing, grading and block initiatives, balancing design intent with consumer experience and production feasibility. 2. Integrated Physical & Digital Sample Execution • Review and validate physical and digital samples across Proto, SMS, POC, PPS, Counter and Size Set stages, providing clear, actionable technical comments in the relevant forms and systems. • Review digital production creation outputs to confirm alignment with approved product intent, construction, pattern, fit, workmanship and production requirements before downstream use. • Ensure physical and digital sample decisions are connected through one integrated process, with consistent risk identification, issue closure, approval logic and production handover. • Manage vendor performance for both physical and digital samples, using quality, accuracy, timeliness, right-first-time execution and recurring-issue data to drive corrective actions and capability improvement. • Independently manage local pre-production and re-allocation sample approvals within delegated authority, escalating significant exceptions or risks when required. 3. Risk, Testing & Production Readiness • Lead technical risk assessment and product-risk allocation in line with RBM guidance, applying heightened focus to high-risk styles. • Participate in Tech Pack handover meetings and lead technical readiness during Risk Analysis handoff from development to production. • Own Tech Pack discrepancy resolution for assigned products, update minor and intermediate discrepancies where authorized and address recurring issues with brand partners. • Manage applicable product testing, including rain-room, Futurelight, Gore-Tex, GB and other required testing, and drive timely resolution of failures. • Attend Pre-Production (where required) and PRM (All) meetings and provide clear technical recommendations and decisions; escalate systemic, ambiguous or material business risks. 4. SMV / YY Exception Validation Support • Provide technical support for SMV and YY exception validation, particularly where product complexity, construction method, pattern engineering, manufacturing sequence or material behavior requires Apparel Engineering input. • Partner with the relevant SMV / YY specialists and vendors to verify exception rationale, supporting evidence and product assumptions, and identify risks or follow-up actions before final decision. • Use technical findings from exceptions to strengthen standards, improve data accuracy and reduce repeat variances or avoidable cost and calendar impact. 5. Development Trip Effectiveness • Lead preparation, onsite technical execution and follow-up for Brand Development, Collaboration, CKO, Innovation and Fit Training trips. • Increase development-trip efficiency by using digital product creation and virtual sample review to pre-align product intent, identify risks and focus onsite time on decisions that require physical validation or factory engagement. • Combine physical and digital evidence during trips to accelerate issue resolution, reduce duplicate sample iterations and close actions with clear ownership and timing. • Capture trip outcomes, unresolved risks and lessons learned in the appropriate systems to enable continuity after the trip and support compressed GTM calendars. 6. Vendor Capability & Performance Management • Support onboarding of new vendors and brands, assess technical readiness and lead focused capability-building for existing vendors. • Drive vendor technical capability through training, sample-room assessment, TVCP module development, TVCP / CFT calibration, RBM training and ongoing correlation. • Use product, issue and vendor-performance data across physical and digital workflows to identify recurring technical gaps, prioritize interventions and monitor improvement actions. • Travel frequently to factories to maintain hands-on technical engagement and strengthen vendor execution. 7. Standards, Leadership & Continuous Improvement • Partner with brands on construction toolboxes, construction manuals, SOPs and continuous improvement of technical standards. • Lead assigned cross-functional projects or workstreams and deliver outcomes against development and Go-To-Market milestones. • Drive VF Way standardization, innovation, cross-region calibration, knowledge sharing and consistent ways of working. • Mentor and coach Apparel Engineers through technical guidance, calibration and knowledge transfer without direct people-management responsibility. Core Competencies • Growth mindset, strong learning agility and ownership of results. • Solution-oriented and process-driven, with sound judgment, attention to detail and urgency. • Ability to influence complex internal and external stakeholders without formal authority. • Clear written and verbal communication, active listening and constructive problem-solving. • Ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, prioritize risk and escalate appropriately. • Curiosity and courage to seek and provide feedback and improve ways of working. Technical Skills & Knowledge • Advanced knowledge of apparel product development from concept through production and commercialization. • Proficient in flat pattern and draping, apparel sizing, grading, live-model fitting and body-form fitting. • Working knowledge of computerized pattern systems such as Gerber, PLM such as Flex, 3D tools such as Browzwear, and Adobe Illustrator. • Strong knowledge of garment construction and engineering, raw-material properties, wet processing, garment testing and manufacturing methods. • Ability to interpret design intent and recommend alternatives that balance fit, quality, performance, cost and manufacturability. • Working knowledge of risk management, root-cause analysis, corrective action, SMV / YY exception validation, digital sample review and vendor capability improvement. • Ability to use technical, sample and vendor-performance data to identify trends, prioritize actions and communicate recommendations. Experience & Language • 7+ years of relevant experience in apparel engineering, technical development, product development or a similar role. • Demonstrated experience independently managing complex or high-risk apparel products from development through production readiness. • Demonstrated experience with physical and digital sample review and cross-functional product decision-making. • Demonstrated experience coaching peers or junior engineers, leading technical projects or influencing vendor capability without formal authority. • English and relevant local language. Role Scope & Decision Authority • Senior Individual Contributor with technical leadership responsibility and no direct people-management accountability. • Independently manages complex and high-risk apparel products and makes technical decisions within delegated authority across development, sample approval and production readiness. • Acts as an escalation point and senior technical resource for Apparel Engineers, brands, vendors and cross-functional partners, providing guidance on complex, ambiguous or material technical issues. • Leads assigned technical projects, workstreams, vendor capability initiatives and process improvements, influencing outcomes without formal authority. • Provides Apparel Engineering input to SMV / YY exception validation; final exception decisions remain with the designated SMV / YY governance or accountable business owner. • Escalates decisions with significant consumer, compliance, quality, cost, calendar or enterprise impact to the Manager or Senior Manager, Apparel Engineering. Extensive stakeholder network globally – internal and external. • Mentors and coaches Apparel Engineers through technical guidance, calibration and knowledge transfer, but does not hold formal team-performance accountability. R-20261103-0024 VF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans®, The North Face® et Timberland®. Fondée en 1899, VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution. VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires. VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, and Timberland®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders. Énoncé de vision de VF en matière de diversité VF s’engage à créer un environnement inclusif qui accueille et valorise les différences parmi tous ses associés, ses clients, ses fournisseurs et les collectivités où nous vivons et exerçons nos activités. Le succès et la croissance continus de VF sont renforcés par des initiatives qui favorisent la diversité à l’échelle mondiale. VF s’engage à offrir l’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi et à traiter ses associés et ses candidats sans discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, le sexe, l’âge, l’origine nationale, la religion, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, l’état matrimonial, la citoyenneté, un handicap, le statut d’ancien combattant protégé, le statut VIH/sida ou tout autre motif protégé par la loi. VF s’engage à répondre aux divers besoins des personnes en situation de handicap dans des délais raisonnables, conformément aux principes d’autonomie, de dignité, d’intégration et d’égalité des chances. Pour ce faire, VF s’efforcera de cerner, de prévenir et d’éliminer les obstacles à l’accessibilité partout où cela est possible, tout en respectant les exigences en matière d’accessibilité prévues par l’ADA, la LAPHO (AODA) et toute autre réglementation provinciale, étatique ou locale applicable. VF s’engage à assurer l’accessibilité numérique, à se conformer aux Règles pour l’accessibilité des contenus Web (WCAG) 2.1, niveau AA, ainsi qu’aux normes de conception accessible de l’ADA et de la LAPHO (AODA), et à toute autre réglementation applicable. Si vous avez besoin d’une mesure d’adaptation ou si vous avez des questions concernant cet énoncé, veuillez transmettre votre demande à [email protected] VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected basis. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations. If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to [email protected].

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