At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. Job Title:Sr. Manager, Product Development - UGG FootwearReports to: Sr. Director, Product Development & Engineering - UGG FootwearLocation: Goleta, CA (Hybrid)Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday – ThursdayThe RoleAs Senior Manager, Product Development for UGG Footwear, you’ll be the subject matter expert in the end-to-end footwear product creation process, leading development strategies to deliver product excellence.
You’ll drive global product development execution for Women’s footwear, ensuring alignment to UGG standards for fit, comfort, quality, and cost-to-value performance. Operating within a matrixed organization, you’ll manage team performance, establish development priorities, and partner cross-functionally to optimize product creation processes, mitigate risk, and deliver commercially viable products that meet consumer expectations.We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.Your ImpactLead end-to-end product development execution across categories, ensuring alignment to product excellence standards (fit, comfort, quality, cost-to-value)Drive global alignment between USA and Asia PD teams to establish consistent development practices and execution standardsGuide cross-functional triad decision-making to mitigate risks and ensure efficient progression through the critical pathEstablish structured frameworks for evaluating design concepts, materials, last specifications, and construction approachesInfluence product decisions to balance cost, quality, and performance, ensuring premium consumer outcomesPartner with Product Engineering to evaluate fit, wear testing, and commercialization readiness, resolving issues proactivelyManage and develop a team of product developers, setting priorities, allocating resources, and ensuring accountability to business objectivesProvide coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback to elevate individual and team capabilityBuild organizational strength through talent development, succession planning, and fostering a high-performance cultureAnalyze product performance, defective returns, and consumer feedback to identify root causes and drive improvementsImplement process enhancements and standard methodologies to strengthen development efficiency and consistencyEvaluate and integrate new technologies, materials, and construction techniques to improve product and process outcomesWho You AreBachelor’s degree or equivalent work experienceSATRA footwear certifications a plus10+ years of experience in the footwear industry5+ years in a management role within a global organizationAdvanced expertise in footwear product creation, specifications, and constructionStrong experience in pattern engineering, tooling, and manufacturing processesProven ability to leverage data and analytics to drive development decisionsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applicationsProficient in FPLM (or similar PLM systems)Expertise with development tools (calipers, durometer, Brannock, last tools, etc.)Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities and complex development pipelinesWhat We'll Give You – Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there.
Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extrasGrowth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings.
While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.$137,500.00 - $185,600.00The salary range posted reflects the estimated minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in: Goleta, CaliforniaIndividual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.Equal Employment Opportunity Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.SummaryLocation: Goleta, CaliforniaType: Full time
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