Sr. Manager, Materials - UGG Apparel & Accessories

Location: Goleta, California, United States — hybrid, typically in the office three times per week from Tuesday through Thursday

Salary: $137,500–$185,600 per year in Goleta, California

Company

hirify.global develops and manages footwear, apparel, and accessory brands including UGG.

What you will do

• Lead the full material development process for knits, wovens, and trims from concept through final confirmation.
• Build seasonal and franchise material strategies for core, premium, and pinnacle UGG apparel and accessories.
• Manage sourcing strategy with the Asia Sourcing team to improve costs, lead times, vendor capabilities, and material readiness.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the A&A Material Developers.
• Collaborate with product design, product development, global partners, suppliers, and overseas stakeholders.
• Evaluate technical feasibility, performance, sustainability, manufacturability, and risk while improving material workflows, libraries, and FlexPLM data.

Requirements

• Expertise in raw materials, including yarns, fabrics, finishings, and trims.
• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Textile Technology, Textile Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience and 5+ years of management experience.
• Experience managing multiple overlapping projects and seasons in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Working knowledge of FlexPLM, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, and Excel.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive workplace focused on diversity, equity, and bringing an authentic self to work.
• Competitive compensation programs and bonuses.
• Financial planning, income protection, paid time away, and health and wellness programs.
• Brand discounts, community-based programs, and other employee perks.
• Personal and professional growth and development opportunities.