Manager, Materials Library, Apparel
Core
Manage and optimize VF's centralized global materials library for apparel brands, leading a small team of fabric developers to execute material lifecycle strategies.
Role type
Manager, Materials Library
Builds
Physical and digital material libraries, standardized material development processes, and analytics tools for material utilization.
Domain
Apparel industry, textile materials, supply chain management
Required skills
Fabric types and construction knowledge, material lifecycle management, team leadership, stakeholder collaboration, data-driven decision-making, PLM/ERP systems familiarity
Preferred skills
Sustainability standards expertise, innovation in textile materials, experience with digital material library platforms
Responsibilities
Manage circulation and inventory of materials, lead and develop fabric developers, maintain physical and digital libraries, conduct material audits, support Tier 2 mill matrix strategy, update digital library platforms
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership