Product Testing Senior Analyst – HOKA Footwear, Fit Specialist

Job Overview

At Deckers Brands, Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is integral to our culture, and every employee is encouraged to bring their authentic self to work and beyond. We’re looking for a Product Testing Senior Analyst – HOKA Footwear, Fit Specialist, who will manage all aspects of the fit testing process for our HOKA footwear line.

Location: Portland, OR – Hybrid (typically 3 days per week in office, Tuesday–Thursday)

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Product Testing – HOKA Footwear

• Manage the fit testing process from planning to execution and communication with the Product Creation team.
• Develop and optimize tools for survey distribution, data analysis, and report creation.
• Lead in‑person testing, including fit testing, dynamic testing, and biomechanical testing.
• Create test protocols, surveys, and focus groups, matching protocols to test questions.
• Lead consumer focus groups and interviews in an unbiased way.
• Understand key product creation milestones, timelines, and shoe construction.
• Recruit new testers for the Wear Testing and Fit Testing database.
• Attend events to recruit the right consumers for Lifestyle products.
• Manage samples, including checking in, inspecting, and archiving test shoes.
• Create and update best‑practice documents and proactively seek new technologies relevant to Product Testing.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Coursework or solid experience in research methodology, test design, and data analysis.
• Minimum 2+years’ experience in Footwear Product Testing.
• 3+years’ experience in the sport industry (footwear, apparel, retail, coaching, etc.).
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and database/survey software such as MESH
  01, Qualtrics, or equivalent.
• Ability to use fit measurement tools such as a Brannock device and a 3D foot scanner.
• Knowledge of last creation and foot morphology.
• Effective communicator and collaborator across teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail and creative problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasked environment under pressure.

Salary Range: $87,900.00–$ (Portland, Oregon; individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors).

• Competitive pay and bonuses with various compensation programs.
• Financial planning and wellbeing programs.
• Generous time‑off policies and health and wellness benefits.
• Discounts, perks, and community‑based programs.
• Extensive opportunities for growth and professional development.

Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.