Head of Product Merchandising, UGG (12 months FTC)
Join the Head of Product Merchandising role for the UGG product line across EMEA Wholesale & Distributor channels. As the key driver of regional merchandising strategy, you’ll ensure product assortment, pricing, and go-to-market approaches are perfectly tailored to local market needs.
At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
* Develop, drive and execute regional merchandising strategy.
* Analyze sales and margin data, provide clear feedback for product development and commercial decisions.
* Lead and develop a talented merchandising team.
* Provide seasonal Regional Line Opportunities to global product teams.
* Represent EMEA in global go-to-market milestone meetings.
* Lead EMEA regional GTM meetings with sales and DTC teams; support feedback to PLM/Design.
* Support sales teams during Preview meetings, onboarding buyers and identifying SMU opportunities.
* Build and update Merchandise Financial Plans and align with regional strategies and fiscal targets.
* Communicate sales and margin information including forecasting, sell‑in performance, SKU productivity.
* Maintain accurate seasonal line sheets and price lists, ensuring timely communication.
* Foster a culture that nurtures, develops and retains talent within the merchandising team.
* Create SMART goals and IDPs to support professional growth and succession planning.
Qualifications
* Proven experience managing and developing high‑performing product teams.
* Skilled in merchandise planning, pricing and financial analysis.
* Commercially astute with deep market knowledge of the European footwear landscape.
* Strategic thinker with experience developing and implementing regional product strategies.
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects with a high sense of urgency and ROI focus.
* Highly analytical, proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
* Comfortable presenting to senior management and key stakeholders.
Who You Are
* A collaborator who builds relationships across the organization to achieve shared goals.
* Displays humility by addressing hard topics, admitting when "you don’t know" and calling out missteps.
* Asks questions to encourage creative thinking and innovation.
* Holds self and others accountable for achieving results while role‑modeling company values.
Benefits
* 27 days holidays + bank holidays and additional time away from work.
* Extras, discounts, perks & volunteering opportunities.
* Growth and development opportunities, including a Global Mentorship Programme.
* Hybrid & flexible working environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We welcome qualified applicants embracing all aspects of identity and background. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion.
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