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UGG · 1 day ago

Director, Brand Planning and Operations - UGG

Santa Barbara, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$195K/yr - $210K/yr

10+ years exp

UGG is a part of Deckers Brands, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Director of Brand Planning and Operations will act as a strategic advisor, driving alignment between brand planning, strategy, and operational effectiveness to enhance business profitability.

E-CommerceFashion

Responsibilities

Ensure alignment between long-term brand plans, product strategy, and global merchandise financial plans

Lead development of seasonal merchandise financial plans and range plans to set and achieve brand targets

Partner with corporate strategy and brand finance to develop and execute 5-year plans tied to brand strategy

Oversee key brand reporting and analysis to measure progress against KPIs and financial targets

Serve as a knowledge base for marketplace learnings, new technologies, and industry innovations

Oversee Go-To-Market management, ensuring clarity of objectives, deliverables, and ways of working for global and regional stakeholders

Drive improvements in data consistency, communication, and operational efficiency across planning functions

Coordinate cross-functional teams to identify gaps and implement improvements in data models and reporting

Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment, championing diversity and professional development

Mentor, motivate, and retain top talent, ensuring clear roles, goals, and career paths

Qualification

Strategic planningOperational executionMerchandise financial planningProject managementRetail industry experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInfluencing skillsTeam environmentPassion for fashionMicrosoft OfficeLeadershipCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

4-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

10+ years of progressive experience in strategic planning, management consulting, category management, product operations, merchandise financial planning, or related fields—ideally in footwear or apparel

Proven strategic planning and operational execution skills, with the ability to ideate solutions and drive projects to successful conclusion

Deep retail industry experience with strong understanding of merchandising, category management, GTM processes, and product creation in a global, multi-channel environment

Expert project management experience, including emerging and agile methodologies

Demonstrated success collaborating with senior executives and cross-functional teams on critical business initiatives

Experience working effectively in complex, matrixed, global organizations with diverse stakeholders

Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong business acumen and quantitative skills

Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills

Decisive, systems thinker with a 'big picture' perspective and comfort with ambiguity and change

Passion for sport, fashion, and the intersection with culture and purpose

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Inspirational leader who fosters inclusion, collaboration, and continuous innovation

Demonstrates Deckers Brands' leadership behaviors: Come As You Are, Better Together, Commit To Create, Own It, Do Good and Do Great

Preferred

MBA preferred

Benefits

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.