Sr. Manager, Continuous Improvement - Deckers Brands : Job Details

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 of Continuous ImprovementReports to: Direction, Supply Chain ExcellenceLocation: Remote - Unites StatesInterested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states:Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, WashingtonThe RoleWe are looking for an exceptional individual who can harmonize change management with empathy, build trust and drive results, see compounding effects end-to-end and dive deep into operational details. The Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement acts as the connective tissue across the Global Supply Chain and our Cross-functional partners, stewards the successful delivery of our most important product, and elevates our program management capability through effective governance. Our ideal teammate is a creative problem solver who thrives on collaboratively bringing concepts to value. If having a meaningful impact on the Deckers organization in a culture of transparency, humility and scientific curiosity excites you, we welcome you to apply. We celebrate diversityof 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 and lead impactful cross-functional initiatives as our program management engine, ensuring follow through to results and elevating our operating governance.
• Create and oversea the execution of cross-functional strategies across Brand, Commercial, Product, and Supply Chain teams to enable the success of our New Product Introductions from pre-season through final delivery.
• Be the change champion for the Global Supply Chain, documenting business processes, spearheading standardization, and embodying a continuous improvement mindset.
• Partner with leadership stakeholders to develop robust, quantitative business cases, measure the impact of completed projects, and facilitate clear prioritization across the portfolio.

Who You Are

• Owning a problem excites you to achieve the mission and your innovative solutions are derived from first principles.
• You thrive with diverse responsibilities, coming up to speed quickly on new business domains.
• You're organized and highly analytical, eager to create structure out of nothing and let data guide the roadmap.
• You're persuasive and act with urgency, relentlessly driving to outcomes and striving for consensus.
• You appreciate direct communication and bring a positive energy to everything you do, taking setbacks as opportunities, listening actively, and expressing your thoughts articulately.

We'd love to hear from people with Education/Certifications:

• BA/BS in a relevant field, or equivalent years of experience. (MBA preferred)

Work Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in management consulting, program management, an analytical Supply Chain position catering to an executive audience, or similar role.
• 2+ year of experience leading a high-performance, collaborative team.

Skills/Competencies:

• Experience in managing projects from ideation to execution with a cross-functional stakeholder group.
• Strong written and verbal communications, presentation, and facilitation skills. (Strong PowerPoint experience required)
• Excellent quantitative analytical skills, creativity in problem solving and a keen business sense. (Excel required, SQL is a plus)
• Strong financial acumen to identify and quantify project impact.
• Proven people leader with a track record of effectively managing, motivating, and developing teams to achieve high performance and organizational goals.
• Well-rounded interpersonal skill set with the capacity to build strong relationships with senior executives.

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.

$135,000 - $145,000The 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.#LI-AR1