Materials Operations Analyst

Deckers Brands; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Materials Operations Analyst to enhance efficiency in the material supply chain. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement supplier strategies and ensure compliance with quality and sustainability standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, be detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values diversity and offers extensive opportunities for personal and professional growth, while making a positive impact on the community and industry.

Benefits

Competitive Pay and Bonuses

Financial Planning and Wellbeing

Time away from work

Generous discounts

Growth and Development

Health and Wellness

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in footwear or apparel industry.
• Proficient in sourcing materials for quality and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Materials Operations calendar to ensure timely deliverables.
• Support vendor scorecard data and monitor supplier compliance.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Flex PLM

Adobe Suite

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in business or supply chain

Job description

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:

Materials Operations Analyst

Reports to:

Manager, Materials Operations

Location:

Remote – West Coast Preferred

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington

The Role

The Materials Operations Analyst plays a key role in driving efficiency and optimization across Deckers Brands material supply chain—ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, reliability, speed to market, and innovation. This role supports critical functions across the brand’s material portfolio and works closely with the manager to enhance process improvement, enforce data governance within the FPLM system, and ensure supplier compliance through ESG and internal trade platforms and systems.

With a strong focus on operational efficiency, the Analyst also supports vendor scorecard data and collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement material supplier strategies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and analytically minded, with the ability to engage effectively with global stakeholders across multiple functions.

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:

1. Oversees Materials Operations calendar and project scopes to ensure deliverables are executed on time.
2. Supports vendor scorecard data and monitors supplier compliance as it relates to the optimization of ESG and trade compliance system/platforms.
3. Supports alignment across all brands in FlexPLM data governance, focusing on FlexPLM process improvements, material libraries, and the consistency of the Bill of Materials (BOM) structures.
4. Leads process, tool, and SOP refinements across Materials Operations and Digital Production Teams.
5. Coordinates with all cross-functional partners to implement material supplier strategies as it relates to the T2 Supplier Assessment Tool.
6. Acts as a liaison to material suppliers related to external 3D digital material scans, and oversees FPLM governance as it relates to material images.

Who You Are

You are a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and have a collaborative mindset. Process driven and highly organized, you excel at executing multiple initiatives, adapting to feedback, and driving results in a fast-paced environment.

We’d love to hear from people with

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
2. Advanced degree in business, supply chain, textiles or equivalent preferred.
3. Bilingual in Mandarin, Vietnamese preferred, but not required.

Work Experience

1. 2-3 years of professional experience working with a global company in footwear or apparel industry.
2. Experience working in materials, focusing on acquiring materials that meet rigorous quality and sustainability standards.
3. Demonstrated capacity to execute a variety of projects with varying timelines simultaneously.
4. Proficiency in research, development, and sourcing materials for cost, quality, and sustainability objectives.
5. Experience in building vendor relationships.
6. Effective at collaborating with various stakeholders, contributing to multiple projects and product calendars.

Skills/Competencies

1. Highly skilled in Microsoft Office applications, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint.
2. Experience in Flex PLM.
3. Skilled in Adobe Suite or similar software.
4. Proven ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities.
5. Strong communication and presentation skills that facilitate clear, efficient exchange of information.
6. Excellent research skills to gather information related to innovative sustainable material trends.
7. Strong teamwork and collaborative skills, contributing to a positive working environment.
8. Practical knowledge in materials science and shoe and/or apparel construction, a plus.

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 show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and Wellbeing - Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses, and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy, and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts, and perks - From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras.
• Growth and Development - We offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - Our comprehensive health and wellness programs support a healthy lifestyle.

$75,000 - $80,000

The 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.