Senior Lead - Apparel Development (SMU & Collab)

In shortAs an Sr Team Leader of Apparel Development, your core responsibilities would be representing sourcing in apparel SMU and Collab projects, taking the lead to make sure On’s products meet consumer expectations in terms of aesthetics, performance, & on time. This is your opportunity to become part of the world’s fastest-growing sports company. Shoes are not the only product and supply chain landscape disrupted by On, but also apparel and accessories. As the Sr Team leader of SMU and Collab in Apparel, you take the lead to ensure the developments and the key business stakeholders are executed on time & in line with SMU and Collab’s calendars. As a member of the globally integrated supply chain team and cross-functional apparel organization, you will be based in Hanoi City, Vietnam, with frequent travel within Asia & to our key factory partners.Your missionTaking lead to monitor SMU and Collab calendars & ensure samples are submitted on time and styles are buy-ready on time to meet deliveries.Ensure that the products developed are production-ready, and work with vendors to mitigate any risks.Ensure clear and consistent communication with different business stakeholders, including apparel development teams, the project team at the creation center, and colab partners.Act as a bridge between Creation Center & Asia on new technologies & applications in product development.Collaborate with design & development teams to engineer cost-effective products. Costing and margin targets for assigned product categories must be coordinated.Maintain good relationships with all suppliers to encourage transparent & open communication on sampling and costing efficiencies.Taking lead to identify improvement opportunities to enable successful outcomeYour storyAt least 15 years of apparel product development experience, preferably with 3-4 years in a manufacturing environment and 3~5 years in international brand.Basic knowledge of materials & patterns.Experience of managing global teams and suppliers.A degree or qualification in design or garment manufacturing is preferable.Experience of managing global teams and suppliers.Excellent communication & interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multicultural teams.Proficiency in English is a must.An entrepreneurial and open mindset, an eagerness for differentiation, and a natural push for excellence.Able to balance creativity with organization and discipline in a fast-paced environment.What We OfferOn is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.