In short

As On’s Material Traceability Senior Lead, you are responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the end-to-end traceability processes within the organization to ensure transparency, accountability and regulatory compliance across the supply chain. You will report to the Head of Material Sourcing Footwear. This role will be based at On’s Sourcing office in HCMC Vietnam.

Your Mission

  • Lead a small team working on material traceability
  • Collaborate with Product Sustainability Team and Responsible Manufacturing teams, to align operational needs with On’s greater sustainability and responsible manufacturing strategy
  • Design and implement traceability processes and systems to track materials, products and information across the supply chain for different material certification standards such as GRS, GOTS, ISCC+, etc.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure all products meet traceability standards and are compliant with industry regulations
  • Partner with suppliers to collect and verify source data, ensuring it is accurately documented in the traceability system
  • Oversee data collection, storage, and analysis for traceability purposes, ensuring data accuracy and reliability
  • Utilize analytical tools to track key traceability metrics and develop insights that drive process improvements
  • Stay informed of relevant regulatory changes and best practices in traceability, including the industry standards
  • Lead root cause analysis efforts and corrective actions for any traceability-related incidents
  • Provide traceability training to internal teams, key stakeholders and external suppliers, building awareness and promoting best practices
  • Generate regular reports on traceability performance, tracking improvements and identifying areas for optimization
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance traceability capabilities, leveraging new technologies and methodologies
  • Prepare and hold presentations to support internal cross functional teams events (Material Summit, Responsible Manufacturing Summit, Town Halls, etc.)
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  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • Bachelor’s (or above) degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Sustainability or related field
  • More than 5 years of experience in supply chain management or traceability, preferably within the Sporting Goods industry
  • Strong understanding of traceability systems, supply chain processes, and industry regulations
  • Possess People Management skills & experiences
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented approach
  • Effective communication and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • Knowledge of sustainability standards and certifications (e.g. GRS, GOTS, ISCC+, etc.)
  • Passion for sustainability and transparency in supply chain
  • Proactive, with a strong drive for continuous improvement
  • Ability to adapt and respond to emerging challenges in traceability and regulatory requirements
  • High level of verbal and written English to be able to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
  • Effective communication and excellent presentation skills
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About the Team

The Material team at On is both creative and technical - We translate design visions into performance materials through technical knowledge and experience, but equally come to the table with newness from outside suppliers when the time is right. As the glue that binds design, development and product management together, we are a new team that’s gaining momentum. Materials are getting recognition for how integral they are in product creation, so we need proactive, entrepreneurial people to hit the ground running.

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Relationships are so important to us. From our teammates to our suppliers, we’re here to bring joy to everyone we work with. We’re energized by sharing ideas, making connections and solving problems together.

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What we offer

On 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.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.