Director of Regional Sourcing and Production, Vietnam

URBN is looking for a Director, Regional Sourcing & Production based in Vietnam. The Director is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all regional sourcing, production, and supply chain management for URBN apparel and Home Categories.

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Operations:

• Implement regional sourcing plans that align with global targets for cost, product needs, quality, and speed-to-market.
• Manage and optimize the existing regional vendor base and identify and onboard potential new partners to fill specific supply chain gaps.
• Lead negotiations with vendors for competitive pricing, quality and delivery timelines.
• Act as the primary point of escalation for supplier/factory partners, conducting quarterly performance reviews and driving corrective action plans.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with regional suppliers and factories.
• Oversee regional raw material procurement and manufacturing processes.

Production oversight & Delivery Management:

• Own the WIP (Work-In-Progress) and pre-production calendars to ensure 100% on-time delivery, quality and competitive advantage from concept to warehouse.
• Identify bottlenecks in the production flow and apply LEAN principles to reduce lead times and minimize waste throughout.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and optimize supply chain efficiencies across all regional operations.
• Proactively monitor daily production status to identify delays early and stay ahead of the curve; develop and execute Surety of Supply options for manufacturing and shipping, addressing geopolitical hurdles.

Team & Cross-Functional Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a team of Sourcing Managers and Production Coordinators.
• Foster a culture of accountability, entrepreneurial thinking, and agile execution within the regional team.
• Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, Product Development, and Quality Assurance to ensure seamless execution while maintaining the product integrity and aesthetic standards.

Compliance & Sustainability:

• Ensure strict adherence to ethical sourcing practices, regulatory compliance, and company sustainability standards throughout the regional supply chain.
• Drive initiatives to incorporate sustainable practices and materials into production processes.
• Develop and maintain robust risk-management plans, including alternative sourcing strategies for geopolitical or supply-chain disruptions.

Financial management:

• Manage the regional departmental budget and financial planning activities related to sourcing and production. Implement cost-saving initiatives targeting raw materials, FOB and landed costs.
• Analyze and validate cost breakdowns, proactively communicating and implementing cost-saving plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Apparel Merchandising, Business Administration or a relative field.
• Minimum 10-12 years of progressive leadership experience in apparel sourcing and production, with a proven record in a senior management or Director role.
• Proven experience in risk management and developing proactive contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sourcing strategies and production plans that drive results.
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fabric lead times, technological advancements, ethical sourcing, sustainability and duties/tariffs.
• Extensive experience in managing international vendor networks and navigating regional sourcing hubs.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in supply chain management software, ERP systems, PLM systems, and data analysis tools (Advanced Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Tableau).

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits