Director, Product Development – HOKA Apparel - VacancyGlobal

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: Director, Product Development – HOKA Apparel Reports to: Vice President, PLG Product Development Location: Portland, OR The Role The Director of Product Development, PLG Apparel is the Supply Chain lead representative of the “Product Triad” (Product Management, Product Design, Product Development). This role will oversee and drive the product creation process from concept & design, pattern work, fit & wear tests, salesmen samples, RTB (Ready to Buy) and into production. 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: Develop, lead, and drive the seasonal CP (Critical Path) from brief stage through final prototyping, fit & wear, salesman samples, and RTB. Work with supply chain leadership to source, vet, and develop T1/T2 vendor relationships supporting brand strategies. Leverage macro industry trends and technology to drive improvements and best practices throughout all facets of product creation. Directly manage internal & external resources including developers, tech design, contractors, etc. Create best in class procedures, product toolboxes, and standards Build out product category toolboxes that record and hold the specific and specialized product knowledge for design standards, product quality, internal/external construction methods, and material and trim appropriateness for each specific sport/category. Fine tune and influence updated testing protocol for materials and garments based on product category end-use. Identify and champion people, resources, or technologies that will help drive business efficiency. Who You Are An experienced end-to-end apparel/accessories development expert with management experience. Driven for excellence, a self-starter, and a leader. Have had start up or early business stage apparel experience. Can manage and work in a complex global organization satisfying the needs of diverse constituents with competing deadlines and priorities. Effective team building, project management, and organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities. We’d love to hear from people with Related Degree or relevant work experience 15+ years’ experience in the performance apparel industry preferably in development, commercialization, or production. 8+ years’ experience managing a team. 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. 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. #LI-TU1 Más que una empresa de calzado Desde nuestras oficinas corporativas hasta nuestras tiendas minoristas globales, existe un espíritu curioso e independiente que es distintivo de las marcas Deckers. Se trata de dar a las personas la libertad de perseguir sus pasiones. Y estamos comprometidos a ayudarlos a tener éxito; para convertirse en su mejor yo. Es por eso que se trata de algo más que trabajo, de 9 a 5 o de rutina diaria. Estamos ante la oportunidad, la oportunidad de crear, crecer y tener un impacto. A medida que trabajamos para mejorar en todo lo que hacemos, la mejor manera de mejorar el mundo también importa Nuestros productos y marcas son amados, sin duda. Pero la diferencia que hacemos en la vida de las personas comienza con nuestra gente, aquí mismo en Deckers Brands. Somos aventureros, enérgicos, no tenemos miedo de los nuevos desafíos y estamos dispuestos a correr riesgos. Siempre estamos listos para unirnos en torno a una causa. En pocas palabras, queremos que toda nuestra gente prospere, para alcanzar su máximo potencial y divertirse mientras lo hace. Porque al final, Deckers prospera cuando nuestra gente prospera.

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