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 end‑to‑end 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 day‑to‑day guidance, technical support, and clear expectations to build a high‑performing, 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 problem‑solving 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
$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.
Deckers Brands is a global organization that has been developing and nurturing brands into global icons since 1973. We design, market, and distribute footwear, apparel, and accessories developed for both everyday casual lifestyle uses and high-performance activities. Our portfolio of brands includes UGG®, HOKA®, and Teva®.
We believe that when we come together, we have the powerful opportunity to shape our culture and daily experiences, prioritize holistic wellbeing, and drive continued business success. Together, Every Step is a promise kept at Deckers that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. It 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.
