Lead Analyst, Operations - UGG Footwear

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Lead Analyst, Operations - UGG Footwear

VP, Product Development - UGG & Quality Ops

Goleta, CA (Hybrid) – typically 3 days per week in office, Tuesday – Thursday

As the Lead Analyst, Product Development Operations for UGG Footwear, you will drive the design and execution of operational frameworks, performance metrics, and advanced analytics that enable disciplined, data‑driven product creation. You’ll own complex, cross‑functional processes and deliver scalable solutions that improve speed to market, organizational visibility, and execution performance across our global product development organization.

• Design and manage comprehensive KPI frameworks for workload, throughput, handoffs, and speed to market
• Develop capacity models to align seasonal demand with organizational capability and forecast constraints
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for prioritization, resource allocation, and operational improvements
• Own and evolve GTM calendar governance, ensuring milestone alignment across Product Development, Materials, and Engineering
• Drive on-time milestone execution through risk identification, scenario planning, and mitigation strategies
• Develop and implement visibility tools for real‑time tracking of execution health and performance
• Define, standardize, and optimize cross‑functional workflows across Product Development, Engineering, and Materials
• Ensure integrity, consistency, and governance of FPLM data for reliable reporting and decision‑making
• Lead continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and operational discipline
• Evaluate tooling investments against budget targets and identify opportunities for cost efficiency
• Maintain end‑to‑end lifecycle cost visibility to support informed decision‑making and optimization
• Provide data‑driven recommendations to enhance forecasting accuracy and cost management
• Develop and deliver executive‑level operational and financial reporting with clear insights and recommendations
• Synthesize data into compelling narratives for leadership decisions and long‑range planning

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 5–7+ years in product development, operations, or analytics
• Experience in footwear or consumer product lifecycle preferred
• Advanced analytical capability, including Excel and business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience with PLM systems (FPLM preferred)
• Strong process design, project management, and operational optimization skills
• Proven ability to model and analyze complex datasets and translate insights into actionable business recommendations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses
• Financial Planning and wellbeing
• Time away from work for family, health or recharge
• Extras, discounts and perks
• Growth and Development opportunities
• Health and Wellness comprehensive programs

Salary range: $ – $ (Goleta, CA). Individual pay will be determined by location, experience and other factors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds; we encourage qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.