Sr. Director, Product Development - UGG Apparel & Accessories

Deckers•Goleta, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. The Role As Sr. Director Product Development, UGG Apparel and Accessories, you are the “Owner of the product,” leading the strategic direction and execution of all Apparel and Accessories Product Development, Materials Development, and Technical Design teams. You’ll drive product and process excellence, ensuring new products meet expectations, are brought to market efficiently, and deliver on price-to-value demands. You’ll champion innovation, talent development, and sustainability across the product creation landscape. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
15+ years progressive experience in the footwear industry for a global company
10+ years in a leadership role within the footwear industry for a global company
Proficient in building product specifications and understanding material properties and applications
Skilled in product construction and performance attributes
Experienced in leadership roles across multiple categories, markets, and genders
Proficient in leveraging cultural differences as enablers
Boundary-less acumen, with awareness of global business, economic, social, and political trends
Ability to establish strategic direction and commit to long-range goals

Responsibilities

Create and execute strategies for Product Development, Materials Development, and Technical Design teams, aligning with Supply Chain and brand goals
Lead the integration of global creation teams, ensuring seamless collaboration across the brand and supply chain
Build scalable and sustainable operating infrastructure to balance team capacity and demand
Identify, develop, mentor, and retain high-potential talent through clear career paths and succession planning
Champion and demonstrate DEI behaviors, fostering a safe and empowering environment
Balance aesthetic and technical demands to deliver commercially successful products
Elevate understanding of product performance and translate consumer demands into actionable attributes
Establish and evolve material toolboxes, guiding teams on preferred materials, vendors, and applications
Optimize product excellence and own fit and comfort standards for all genders and categories
Drive milestone awareness and discipline within agile creation calendars, ensuring timely handoffs
Measure progress through KPIs and implement improvement opportunities across global teams
Efficiently complete product development aligned to buy placement calendars and manage business risk
Own price-to-value relationships, cost engineering, and benchmarking to meet consumer expectations