VP, Product Development - Asia

About the role

Deckers is looking for a VP of Product Development for Asia, based in Hong Kong and reporting to the SVP, Global Sourcing & Production. The role leads Deckers' multi-brand Product Development, Engineering, Innovation, Material Development and Wear Test organizations across Asia, setting strategy, standards and governance so that consumer-led innovation, speed-to-market, quality and cost competitiveness are delivered at scale. It works closely with Global Product, Design, Sourcing, Manufacturing and Brand leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Set and lead the Asia product development strategy across brands and categories, aligned to enterprise priorities and consumer insights
• Define governance, decision frameworks and development standards, and own end-to-end product development execution
• Establish development processes, milestones and critical paths to improve speed-to-market and efficiency
• Partner with Design, Sourcing, Manufacturing and Brand teams to balance innovation, manufacturability, scalability and cost
• Lead the evolution of materials, fitting and engineering capabilities, and drive adoption of new materials, constructions and technologies that support sustainability and differentiation
• Set guardrails so development is scalable, production-ready and aligned with global quality, chemical and environmental standards
• Act as a senior integration point between the US PD team, Production and other functions, and build partnerships with partner factories and suppliers
• Build, develop and retain high-performing teams, and champion inclusion, diversity and psychological safety

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Engineering or a related field
• 15+ years of progressive experience in footwear product development and costing, with 10+ years in people leadership roles and at least 5 years at senior leadership level
• Proven experience leading multi-brand, multi-region organizations in Asia
• Strong strategic thinking, executive presence and business acumen

Required skills

• Footwear development, engineering, materials, costing and manufacturing expertise
• Deep understanding of Asia manufacturing and supplier ecosystems
• Negotiation, decision-making and cross-cultural communication skills

What we offer

• Competitive pay and bonuses, with individual pay depending on location and factors such as experience and education
• Financial planning and wellbeing plans
• Time off and wellness programs
• Discounts, perks and community programs
• Growth and development opportunities