Sr. Manager, Costing - UGG Apparel & Accessories

Deckers•Goleta, CA

4d•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 the Sr. Manager, Costing for Apparel & Accessories, you’ll lead brand-specific costing activities, oversee team performance, foster cross-functional collaboration, and develop long-term costing strategies that support margin improvement and corporate growth objectives. You’ll be a key driver of innovation, process improvement, and team development. 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 in order for us to be Better Together, we need to bring our different perspectives to work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
7+ years of strategic apparel/accessories costing experience
Expert knowledge of cost management and product cost drivers
Proven ability to drive initiatives and lead change
Demonstrated leadership experience supporting large-scale brands
3+ years management experience, including hiring, training, and onboarding team members
Ability to identify development opportunities and support growth plans for direct reports
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems, FlexPLM or similar platforms
Strong problem-solving skills and deep product costing expertise

Responsibilities

Manage the costing process in the US, leading reviews with product teams at key seasonal milestones
Leverage costing expertise to proactively identify solutions for margin-challenged styles
Collaborate with Product & Design teams to ensure seasonal targets are achieved
Drive cross-functional alignment by partnering with Sourcing, Planning, and Asia Costing to align shared strategies
Lead efforts to mitigate inflation across logistics, materials, and production costs
Anticipate risks, identify issues, and present actionable solutions to business partners
Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports, setting clear goals and driving results
Train and manage Costing Managers and junior team members, supporting their growth and development
Streamline the product costing cycle through process improvements and develop analytical tools to standardize processes
Enhance systems and processes to improve costing performance and meet business needs