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VF Corporation 3D Specialist, Apparel (HCMC) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Join our team as a Specialist in Digital Integration Services, a pivotal role within the GTMT Digital Product Creation function at VF Corporation.
In this position, you'll play a key role in driving VF's digital transformation journey by advancing operational excellence and modernizing design and development processes.
With a focus on 3D content creation and integration, you'll collaborate closely with global brands, vendors, and partners to deliver innovative training programs and consult on the implementation of digital processes.
If you're passionate about leveraging cutting-edge digital tools and driving impactful change in the retail product creation landscape, this role is for you.
Join the VF Family
VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) outfits consumers worldwide with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, etc. 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. For more information, visit www.vfc.com.
3D Specialist, Digital Integration Services, Apparel
How You Will Make a Difference
Strategic Aspiration
In Go-To- Market Transformation (GTMT) we drive a brand-led, enterprise-supported digital transformation to enable agility, profitable growth for various retail models, bringing VF brands closer to the market and consumers. We reimagine the product creation by modernizing and accelerating design and development processes to enable 3D design visualization.
Position Definition (Key Purpose of the Position) :
Advance operational excellence in online and classroom experiential learning programs with the support of the Digital Integration Services team. Review current 2D design standards and explore integration opportunities as part of the enterprise level digital transformation journey. As a specialist, with in-depth 3D tools skills for 3D content creation, execute 3D models through modelling and/or simulating various products covering apparel, footwear, and equipment and those product’s materials.
Able to deliver training to global brands, vendors, and 3rd party partners on the 3D creation process. Contribute ideas during the product creation process, explore and recommend construction methods by engaging stakeholders with different responsibilities in the 3D Digital Product creation processes. Work closely with senior specialist to consult with global brands and factories on ways to transition and implement a digital process, which includes the creations of foundational standards and libraries.
Leveraging on digital asset platforms and infrastructure of DPC, provide guidance in factory consolidations & exits, new factory onboarding and engagement to ensure alignment to strategic goals.
Training & Development
Implement strategic initiatives, perform analyses, and communicate learnings and insights across internal and external channels.
Proactively identify opportunities to improve the learning roadmap based on the learning needs analysis of cross functional teams in Digital Product Creation (DPC)
Develop materials and tooling libraries for DPC projects.
Train others on technical 3D tools and how to deliver instructional material.
Conduct training programs for stakeholders’ groups identified in the Digital Ecosystem, i.e., training global brands, new staff, factory partners, material suppliers, and contractors.
Collaborate and work closely with internal stakeholders to develop course materials
Evaluate training effectiveness and provide reports on areas of continuous improvement
Assurance Assessment
Liaise with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure candidates are prepared, registered and ready for assessments.
Plan assessment on a holistic basis, negotiating with allocated supervisor to ensure that assessment can professionally conducted.
Conduct assessment against the standards set and certify a minimum number of candidates in a 6-month period.
Contribute as required to digital assets assurance audits and provide feedback for improvement.
Provide the assistance needed to implement strategic recommendations
Identify and track the metrics to measure the success of a specific opportunity as it relates to vendor performance and overall quality
Identify process improvement opportunities, key issues, development of conclusions and implementation plans, supported with evidence.
Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders throughout the course of the assessments.
Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Behavioral Competencies
Highly motivated self-starter skilled in instructional, faculty and professional development and delivery of 3D content and material.
Possess the ability to deliver a high level of interactive customer service, develop and maintain collaborative, professional relationships inside and outside of DPC.
Effectively implements 3D project plans as set by managers and regularly monitors progress amongst team members and prioritizes actions as necessary.
Standards documentation for 3D product creation. Consult with global brands and factories on ways to transition and implement a digital process including the creations of foundational standards and libraries.
Engage stakeholders in design, merchandising, product development, technical design, sourcing, sales, and marketing to develop and implement 3D Digital Product Creation processes and capabilities.
Functional Competencies
Highly capable using core digital creation software, such as, Rhino, Modo, Browzwear, Clo, Keyshot etc.
Experience in the following software is a plus: Gerber, Lectra, Optitex, Zbrush, Rhino, 3D Studio Max, Maya, Alias, Keyshot, Substance Designer, RCS, MIND, T-splines, Blender and Unreal Engine.
High level of Proficiency in the following is a plus: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, and similar programs
High Proficient with business computer software such as, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Experience in using DPC tools with suppliers (Factories, Material Vendors) is preferred
Experience in working with Materials, Footwear, Apparel, and/or Equipment product creation teams in a digital product creation capacity is highly preferred
Understanding of the retail product creation process is highly preferred
Prioritize efficiently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, as well as proactively solving problems.
Able to work independently, as well as work as a team member, and possess excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Familiarity with classroom technologies and other productivity and multimedia software are also required.
Stakeholders’ engagement at all levels within a diverse, multi-cultural, collaborative environment.
Minimum Relevant Experience:
At least 1-3 years’ relevant working experience
Hands on experience and proficiency in Excel, Tableau and PPT
Experience in an analytics role, academia, analytic consulting in retail/consumer products or supply chain in general
Good knowledge in 3D Materials/Apparel/Equipment/Footwear simulation software including Browzwear, Clo, Rhino and Modo.
Competent in 3D rendering tools and the ability to create visuals to VF brand requirements.
Highly innovative with a deep knowledge of key DPC technologies such as AR/VR, ray-training and other cutting-edge digital tools.
Experience in delivering 3D instructional materials effectively to engage regional stakeholders with varying levels of knowledge and skills in the industry.
Nature of Work:
Problem-solving and project work which requires creative thinking, deep expertise 3D modeling tools and engineering fields and effective people management skills sets.
Academic Qualifications
Minimum Degree Held: University Degree, Bachelor level
Subject Expert In: 1-3 years’ experience 3D modeling tools and engineering skills
What’s In It for You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.
Our Parent Company, VF Corporation
VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com.
We just have one question. Are you in?
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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 an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. 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 factor.