Demand Planner - 12 month FTC (maternity cover)

Dr. Martens is a globally recognisable and culturally influential British brand, with 65 years of rich heritage, rooted in craftmanship. 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.

SO, WHAT'S THE STORY?

Our Global Supply Chain organization is committed to enabling the growth of our Dr Martens brand.

As part of our strategy, to enable growth we are committed to sustaining strong fulfilment, product availability and optimization by continuous process and performance improvement.

To be our Demand Planner you'll have a desire to learn about all elements of our supply chain, working within a supply and demand planning function where on time supply availability is critical to business success. You will have excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills & work alongside a team to assist with developing and implementing innovative solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the planning process.

As well as having strong analytical capability with numbers & data, you'll be a strong team player, and be passionate about engaging with a variety of stakeholders, supporting the wider Supply Chain and Commercial teams.

THE ROLE

• Forecasting Demand: Build and maintain accurate rolling demand forecast across multiple channels.
• Collaboration: Support in developing monthly demand review process with key stakeholders.
• Reporting: To create and maintain monthly reports on forecast deviation and proposals on improvements on demand planning parameters to reach ultimately the best practice benchmark.
• Inventory Management: Joint responsibility with the Supply Planner(s) to ensure that inventory levels are optimized and maintained at the targeted levels, highlighting potential supply chain issues and recommending solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: To continuously improve forecasting accuracy by analysing the demands vs actual sales & proposing corrective actions for both products forecast and process optimisation.
• Maintain demand parameters in BY (Blue Yonder)

THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of demand and inventory planning, forecasting analysis and production tracking
• Demonstrated knowledge of aligning demand strategies and operations in a multi-channel business
• Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel
• Strong understanding of Business Intelligence, Forecasting and Planning systems
• Strong track record of achieving or exceeding project/change deadlines and business targets in a high pressure environment

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Welcome to the family free pair of Docs
• 65% off all Docs
• A dedicated culture team

Are you ready to fill your boots? Apply now.

At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.

We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.