JOB TITLE:

Senior Director, Global Product Development

Position Summary:

A day in the life of a Senior Director of Global Product Development at Dickies looks a little like this.

The Senior Director of Global Product Development will lead the product development team, covering global markets. This role collaborates closely with design, merchandising, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure successful execution of the product. The primary responsibility is to oversee the entire product development process, from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and achievement of business targets. Additionally, this role is responsible for managing raw materials (fabric and trim), driving innovation in fabric and technical design, overseeing product development, costing, ensuring quality assurance/execution for Walmart products, and overseeing product operations and process tracking closely linked to the development calendar.  This position reports to the Chief Merchandising Officer. 

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

Lead the global product development team in creating and executing product strategies that align with the brand's vision and business objectives. Oversee the entire product development process, from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to business needs. Manage raw materials (fabric and trim), driving innovation in fabric, staying up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements to drive workwear product innovation. Oversee product development, costing, and technical design, ensuring products meet quality, fit, and functional standards while considering cost and manufacturability. Ensure quality assurance and execution for Walmart products, maintaining high standards of product quality and delivery. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the product development team. Collaborate with product supply teams on lead times, sourcing, and other supply chain aspects to ensure timely and efficient product delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and other external partners. Develop and implement processes and best practices to streamline product development and improve efficiency. Ensure effective costing and apply knowledge of value engineering to optimize product costs. Collaborate with design, merchandising, sales, and supply chain teams. Manage product development in all regions, including Asia and Europe, and work as the primary liaison with product supply hubs. Oversee product operations, closely linked to the product development calendar and systems for development tracking. 

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required to have, we are most interested in your 10+ years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and inspire the product development team. Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with business objectives. Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing costing, sales data, and other relevant information to make informed decisions. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present ideas to senior leadership. Innovation: Creative mindset with the ability to drive innovation in product development. Project Management: Strong project management skills to oversee the entire product development process and ensure timely delivery. Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of fabric, trim, and technical design, as well as knowledge of value engineering and costing. Quality Assurance: Ability to ensure products meet high standards of quality, fit, and functionality. Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and other external partners. Adaptability: Ability to manage product development in multiple regions and adapt to different market needs. Operational Efficiency: Knowledge of product operations, development tracking systems, and supply chain management. 

Educational/ Position Requirements: 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Fashion Design, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred. Industry Experience: 10+ years of experience in product development, preferably in the apparel industry. Global Experience: Proven track record of managing product development on a global scale, including regions such as Asia and Europe. Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading and developing high-performing teams. Technical Expertise: Experience with raw materials (fabric and trim), technical design, and product costing. Quality Assurance: Experience in ensuring quality assurance and execution for major retailers, such as Walmart. Market Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of market trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements in the apparel industry. Operational Management: Experience in managing product operations, development calendars, and systems for development tracking. Supply Chain Collaboration: Experience working with product supply teams on lead times, sourcing, and other supply chain aspects. 

Hiring Range:

$196,128.00 USD - $245,160.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Long-Term Incentive Potential: This position is eligible to participate in a Long-Term Incentive Plan. Specific details of the plan will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.