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Footwear Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Maintain seasonal development calendar Qualifications: * 5+ years' experience in footwear ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Strong knowledge of customers and buyers ...

Support the development of seasonal mood boards, color stories, trend research, and concept ... Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ...

Coordinate standards & all other necessary materials for seasonal development * Design and research ... Must be fluent in English and Mandarin, written and verbal * Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite ...

Product Manager

Boulder, CO · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Works with product team during Seasonal development cycle to all product briefs are executed to ... Strong verbal and written communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presentations ...

Graphic Designer - China

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

Coordinate standards & all other necessary materials for seasonal development * Design and research ... Must be fluent in English and Mandarin, written and verbal * Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite ...

Support the execution of the seasonal product development process from concept through production ... Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross ...

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Sr. Manager, Materials - UGG Apparel & Accessories

Deckers

Goleta, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the full material development process from concept through final confirmation.

  • Build and execute seasonal and franchise material strategies, ensuring the team delivers innovative and commercially viable materials.

  • Oversee vendor relationships, evaluate technical feasibility and performance of materials, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.


Deckers Brands rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 62 rated fashion and textile manufacturers


Job description

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, Materials - UGG Apparel & Accessories
Reports to:Director, Product Development - UGG Apparel & Accessories


Location: Goleta, CA - Hybrid

Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday - Thursday

The Role

The Senior Manager, Material Development leads the endtoend creation, execution, and optimization of all raw materials across knits, wovens and trim, categories from early concept through final confirmation. This role drives seasonal and franchise material strategies, contributes a strong point of view on fabric trends and innovation, and brings deep curiosity for fibers, constructions, and sustainable solutions. The Senior Manager ensures alignment with product, design, and sourcing teams while safeguarding material performance, cost, sustainability, and manufacturability. This leader manages key aspects of seasonal development, supplier engagement, and material execution, while evolving tools, processes, and standards across the team. Additionally, the role oversees the material development team, manages vendor relationships in partnership with Asia sourcing team, anticipates and mitigates risk, and champions innovation across core, premium, and pinnacle product segments to strengthen the brand's competitive position

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 Impact

The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

  • Lead and manage the full material development process from concept through final confirmation.

  • Build and execute seasonal and franchise material strategies that strengthen the brand's position across core, premium, and pinnacle Apparel & Accessories segments, ensuring the team delivers elevated,innovative, andcommercially viable materials.

  • Analyze, optimize, and manage a resilient, consolidated sourcing strategy in close partnership with the Asia Sourcing team to improve cost, lead times, vendor capabilities, and material readiness.

  • Manage, mentor, and develop the A&A Material Developers, providing daytoday guidance, technical support, and clear expectations to build a highperforming, solutions-oriented materials team.

  • Collaborate closely with product design, product development, global partners, and suppliers.

  • Oversee all material data captured within FlexPLM to ensure accuracy, consistency, and operational excellence across the A&A materials workflow.

  • Evaluate technical feasibility, performance, and risk, proactively problemsolving to ensure materials meet product requirements and development timelines.

  • Build strong partnerships with vendors to explore new material technologies, innovations, and R&D opportunities.

  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows.

  • Communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders and overseas partners.

  • Oversee the maintenance and build out of material library.

  • Travel to factories, vendors, and trade shows.

Who You Are

  • Have expertise inraw materials.

  • Able to work on multipleor overlappingprojects at one time.

  • Ability to stay relaxed in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Motivated team player and self-starter.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Experience with Excel.

  • WorkingKnowledge of the following: FlexPLM, Microsoft Office Suiteand Adobe Suite.

We'd love to hear from people with

  • Bachelor's Degree in Textile Design, Textile Technology, Textile Engineering or equivalent work experience.

  • 10+yearsofrelevant work experience inrelatedfield

  • 5+ years management experiencein related field

  • Ability to type

  • Able to multi-task and work on multiple projects and seasons at one time

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Passion forunderstandingyarns, materials, finishings,and all things fabric and trim related.

What 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 extras
  • Growth 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 - $185,600.00

The salary range posted reflects the estimated minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in:

Goleta, California

Individual 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.


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