Senior Developer, Material Sourcing, Upper Technical
- LocationASIA > VNM > Ho Chi Minh City > Friendship Tower Office
- Work typeOn-site
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted9 November 2026
- SourceVfc's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 6 h ago; still listed on Vfc's careers page 6 h ago.
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- Skills and toolsIllustrator, Microsoft Office
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ABOUT YOUR ROLE:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Material Sourcing Developer to lead the development of innovative, high-performance materials that align with brand aesthetics, sustainability goals, and product creation timelines. This role serves as a key liaison between brand material development teams, product creation, and sourcing, ensuring materials meet design intent, performance standards, and commercial viability.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
- Material Development and Commercialization Support
Drive end-to-end development of textiles from concept to commercialization across multiple apparel categories .
- Material Testing & Validation
Oversee testing protocols and performance validation to ensure materials meet quality, durability, and compliance standards.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as the primary interface between brand material teams, product creation, and sourcing to ensure alignment on material strategy, timelines, and deliverables.
- Supplier Engagement & Management
Partner with global mills and suppliers to develop innovative materials that meet brand and performance requirements, while ensuring cost and lead-time targets.
- Supplier, Trend & Innovation Scouting
Stay ahead of industry trends, technologies, and innovations to bring forward-thinking material solutions to the brand.
- Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate records of material specifications, development status, and testing results; support reporting needs for seasonal reviews and sourcing decisions.
- Sustainability Integration
Champion the integration of sustainable materials and processes into the development pipeline in alignment with corporate sustainability goals.
WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:
- Technical Expertise in Textiles
Deep understanding of textile construction, finishing, dyeing, and performance characteristics.
- Project Management
Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple development timelines and seasonal calendars.
- Communication & Influence
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across functions and influence decision-making.
- Problem Solving
Ability to troubleshoot material issues and propose creative, commercially viable solutions.
- Sustainability Knowledge
Familiarity with sustainable fibers, certifications (e.g., GRS, Oeko-Tex), and circular design principles.
- Digital Tools Proficiency
Experience with PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with digital material libraries is a plus.
- Global Supplier Management
Experience working with mills and vendors across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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