Assistant Supply & Demand Planner
London
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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 Assistant Supply & 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 GIG
Key responsibilities include:
Demand and Supply Planning
- Support Regional PO execution and release, ensuring the alignment by channel and location down to a size level.
- Support planners in maintenance of demand and supply parameters in Supply and Demand Planning System (Blue Yonder).
- Assist planners with monitoring changes to demand plan at each cycle and any outstanding gaps/risks that need resolving.
Inventory
- Ensuring an accurate stock position (on hand and intake) in D365 & in Supply and Demand Planning System (Blue Yonder).
- Closely monitor the bulk PO delivery schedule. Identify risks of overstock or stockouts and propose solutions to mitigate supply chain disruptions ensuring optimised inventory availability across D2C and B2B channels.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Managing existing reporting tools to monitor availability & ensure visibility of KPIs to the business.
- Support adhoc reporting requirements.
- Support planners in in identifying and implementing improvements to processes and ways of working.
Cross functional collaboration
- Work closely with the wider Operations teams, commercial, product teams to stay aligned on demand forecast changes and business priorities.
- Travel may be required across our various sites
THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART
- Ability to analyse data accurately and quickly whilst also develop effective business relationships
- Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel
- Desire to learn about Business Intelligence, Forecasting and Planning systems
- Ability to work to project/change deadlines and business targets in a high-pressure environment
- You are comfortable using an array of IT programmes and you know how to present information to make it accessible for all
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken; ability to work well with a variety of people across departments and regions
- Everyone at Dr. Martens is one big team and to succeed we all enjoy working together. You enjoy working collaboratively utilising the strengths of others as well as offering your expertise to achieve team goals.
At Dr. Martens, we live and breathe our 3 core values —they’re at the heart of who we are. They never stand-alone but work together as a balancing act of rights and responsibilities to support how we work together at DMs. BE YOURSELF. ACT COURAGEOUSLY. SHOW YOU CARE. Our values also underpin the DM Way, our behavioural framework, which describes the 8 factors that drive success for our people.
Your technical capability will go hand in hand with our DM Way success factors:
- Develop: build on your strengths and superpowers while stepping outside your comfort zone to encourage growth and development – both for yourself and your colleagues.
- Lead: set individual performance and development goals linked to our business strategy. Maintaining motivation, supporting others and embodying our purpose and values.
- Explore: understand the consumer impact of your role, connect with other teams, and see the bigger picture within DM.
- Invent: challenge conventions, respecting DM's heritage while offering practical improvement suggestions and ideas.
- Connect: contributes to positive team energy by valuing diverse perspectives, promoting open dialogue, and building strong relationships within and beyond the team.
- Influence: share ideas confidently, listen empathetically, and adapt approach to resonate with others, bringing positivity and strong communication skills to inspire enthusiasm.
- Drive: embody pride in our brand, proactively seek improvement, and deliver on promises with integrity. Show initiative, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Organise: prioritise demands, manage time effectively, and identify opportunities for improvement.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Hybrid working
- Welcome to the family free pair of Docs
- 65% off all Docs
- Award-winning ‘Buy As You Earn’ Dr. Martens share plan
- Private healthcare
- 2 paid volunteer days per year
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.