Technical Material Engineering Manager (Finance)

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: Technical Material Engineering Manager

Reports to: Director, Product Development - Emerging Brands

Location: Goleta, CA

The Role

The Technical Material Engineering Manager - Emerging Brands (Teva / Ahnu) is an inquisitive, motivated, collaborative solutions-oriented technical footwear professional with experience preferably in athletic and/or outdoor product. The Technical Material Engineering Manager will be a key member of the product creation team sharing insights, suggestions, and information to identify and develop quality materials focused on delivering to product expectations. A strong candidate for this position will approach the work collaboratively and with a curiosity as to how we can make good products and processes better, bring a strong understanding of manufacturing and process to the team, is able to suggest materials/constructions from product briefs with designs, and demonstrates Deckers Leadership Behaviors. They will also be able to offer or share insight regarding shoe lasts, upper/material patterning, and molded part constructions. This person will offer management and mentoring experience in helping others grow.

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:

Manage material development team and work that delivers on consumer benefit while meeting design intent and physical property standards associated with intended end use. Work to include seasonal focus with some work on longer innovation timeline materials. Align material development sourcing strategy to brand vision that maximizes construction use and manufacturing efficiencies while delivering on cost, quality, and delivery for development and production. Provide technical assistance to product creation teams (design, development) with technical packages, upper patterning, molded part constructions, and selected shoe lasts. Coach, mentor and develop material development team members.

Who You Are

A friendly, self-starter who has a high level of curiosity and a drive for excellence that brings a collaborative, solution-oriented problem-solving approach. You can align cross functional partners with clear communication using your technical understanding to influence product direction while supporting teammates.

We'd love to hear from people with

• 6 years of professional experience in a technical capacity in materials or engineering, preferably in the footwear industry for a global company.
• Experience managing a team
• Advanced knowledge in footwear product creation, material manufacturing and/or footwear engineering.
• Proficient understanding in shoe last creation, mold making, patterning and/or shoe manufacturing.

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.

$140,000 - $148,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. 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 of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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