Sr Manager, Costing - HOKA Apparel & Accessories

Deckers Brands; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

Health & wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Deckers Brands in Portland, OR, is seeking a Sr Manager, Costing for Apparel & Accessories to lead brand-specific costing, oversee the costing team, and develop long-term strategies to support margin improvement and growth. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Product, Design, Sourcing, Planning, and Asia Costing, and requires mentoring a growing team.

You will drive process improvements, optimize costing tools, and partner with multiple functions to hit seasonal targets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of strategic apparel/accessories costing experience.
• Expert knowledge of cost management and cost drivers.
• Proven ability to drive initiatives and lead change.
• 3+ years of management experience, including hiring and coaching.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with PLM systems, FlexPLM or similar platforms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and deep product costing expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead costing process in the US, reviewing with product teams at key seasonal milestones.
• Identify solutions for margin-challenged styles.
• Collaborate with Product & Design to meet seasonal targets.
• Drive cross-functional alignment with Sourcing, Planning, and Asia Costing.
• Mitigate inflation across logistics, materials, and production costs.
• Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports and junior team members.
• Streamline the product costing cycle through analytics and tools.
• Enhance systems and processes to improve costing performance.

Skills

Costing leadership

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

FlexPLM

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: Sr Manager, Costing - HOKA Apparel & Accessories Reports to: Director, Costing Location: Portland, OR - Hybrid Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday - Thursday

The Role As Sr. Manager, Costing for Apparel & Accessories, you’ll lead brand-specific costing activities, oversee team performance, foster cross-functional collaboration, and develop long-term costing strategies that support margin improvement and corporate growth objectives. You’ll be a key partner in driving innovation, streamlining processes, and mentoring a talented team.

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

• Manage the costing process in the US, leading reviews with product teams at key seasonal milestones
• Leverage costing expertise to proactively identify solutions for margin-challenged styles
• Collaborate with Product & Design teams to ensure seasonal targets are achieved
• Drive cross-functional alignment by partnering with Sourcing, Planning, and Asia Costing to align shared strategies
• Lead efforts to mitigate inflation across logistics, materials, and production costs
• Anticipate risks, identify issues, and present actionable solutions to business partners
• Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports, setting clear goals and driving results
• Train and manage Costing Managers and junior team members, supporting their growth and development
• Streamline the product costing cycle through process improvements and develop analytical tools to standardize processes
• Enhance systems and processes to improve costing performance and meet business needs

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
• 7+ years of strategic apparel/accessories costing experience
• Expert knowledge of cost management and product cost drivers
• Proven ability to drive initiatives and lead change
• Demonstrated leadership experience supporting large-scale brands
• 3+ years management experience, including hiring, training, and onboarding team members
• Ability to identify development opportunities and support growth plans for direct reports
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems, FlexPLM or similar platforms
• Strong problem-solving skills and deep product costing expertise

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.

#LI-TU1 $137,500.00 - $185,600.00 The salary range posted reflects the estimated minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in: Portland, Oregon 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 the other beautiful parts of your identity.

More than Just a Footwear Company From our corporate offices to our global retail stores, there's a curious, independent spirit that’s distinctively Deckers Brands. We're about giving people the freedom to pursue their passions. And we're committed to helping them succeed; to become their best selves. That's why we're about more than work, the 9 to 5 or daily grind. We're about opportunity - opportunity to create, to grow and to have an impact. As we work to become better at everything we do, how we better the world matters, too. Our products and brands are loved, no doubt about it. But the difference we make in people’s lives begins with our people, right here at Deckers Brands. We're adventurous, spirited, unafraid of new challenges and willing to take chances. We are always ready to rally around a cause. Put simply, we want all of our people to thrive - to reach their full potential and have fun while doing it. Because in the end, Deckers thrives when our people thrive.