Junior Product Merchandiser

Dr. Martens is a globally recognisable and culturally influential British brand, with over 60 years of rich heritage. As brand custodians, we are lucky to work for a dynamic, thriving, and ethical business, with people from diverse backgrounds, who bring their true selves to work, and where anyone can grow their career.We are guided by three core values that are at the heart of everything we do: be yourself, act courageously, and show you care. They make us who we are and inspire us to push boundaries, embrace our individuality, and stand up for what\’s right.THE GIGJoin our Product Merchandising team and take a pivotal role in optimising product availability and driving sales across our Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) channels in the EMEA region. This dynamic position blends seasonal planning, in-season trading, and cross-functional collaboration. You\’ll also play a key part in mentoring junior team members and supporting their development.

• Trading & Reporting: Co-own the preparation and delivery of weekly trade reports, ensuring data accuracy and actionable insights that support business performance.
• Create seasonal performance and sign-off decks to support key planning meetings and strategic decision-making.
• Seasonal Planning: Lead seasonal planning for key product categories. Forecast sales and create production requirement plans by product, region, and channel. Presenting at seasonal sign-off meetings.
• Reforecasting: Conduct monthly reforecasts at both product and regional levels, ensuring alignment with trading performance and wider business objectives. Regularly update size curves based on performance trends to optimise future buys and stock availability.
• Stock & Inventory Management: Partner with the Supply & Demand (S&D) team to review and approve Blue Yonder\’s monthly carryover buy suggestions. Ensure production plans support newness and core continuity availability across regions and channels
• Logistics Coordination: Track stock intake into UK and EU distribution centres and manage inventory across multiple warehouses to support timely launches and maintain optimal availability.
• Ecommerce Support: Assist in managing stock allocations and availability for Ecom channels, helping to deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Team Collaboration: Provide support to the Senior Merchandiser and Manager on their respective categories and strategic projects as needed.
• Analysis & Projects: Deliver ad hoc analysis and contribute to cross-functional projects to support continuous improvement across the merchandising function.
• People Management: Line manage one Product Admin Assistant, supporting their growth and development while promoting high standards and efficient ways of working.

  Currently working in a similar merchandising role or an experienced Assistant Merchandiser ready to take the next step in your career

• Strong experience managing a broad product mix, including both continuity and multi-SKU ranges.
• Commercially minded with the ability to think independently
• Advanced Excel skills, with confidence in handling large datasets and creating detailed reports
• Highly organised, with excellent time management and the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in building relationships across teams and functions

  Welcome to the family free pair of Docs

• Hybrid working, 3 days in office and 2 days WFH
• 65% off all Docs
• Award-winning \’Buy As You Earn\’ Dr. Martens share plan
• Private healthcare
• A dedicated culture team
• 2 paid volunteer days per year