Category Merchandiser

Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it's a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We're a thriving, values-driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you're ready to make your mark, you're in the right place. At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously, Show You Care. They're not just words - they're how we turn passion into progress.

WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE

The Category Merchandiser plays a critical role in shaping and delivering Dr. Martens’ product and merchandising strategy across DTC channels. This role owns the development of consumer‑right assortments, translates commercial and consumer insight into clear product recommendations, and drives category performance through disciplined, data‑led decision‑making. Partnering closely with Product, Planning, Allocation, Retail, Ecomm, Marketing, and Global Merchandising teams, the Merchandiser ensures assortments broaden consumer reach, increase purchase occasions, strengthen brand equity, and improve DTC performance through full‑price sell‑through, margin delivery, inventory productivity, and a consistent go‑to‑market process.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Own the development and execution of seasonal and long‑range assortment plans for assigned DTC categories, ensuring alignment with global direction, local consumer needs, and regional commercial strategy. Translate sales, inventory, margin, consumer, and marketplace data into clear recommendations around SKU productivity, pricing, product adoption, replenishment, and lifecycle management. Lead cross‑functional alignment with Product, Retail, Ecomm, Planning, Allocation, Marketing, and Supply Chain to deliver a disciplined, insight‑driven Go‑To‑Market (GTM) process. Create and present seasonal line reviews, buy recommendations, assortment architecture, product recaps, and business performance readouts for senior stakeholders. Drive the selection, planning, and execution of DTC exclusives, key seasonal items, and category growth initiatives across icons, sandals, bags, franchises, and emerging opportunity areas. Lead market and competitive research, including field visits, consumer insight analysis, promotional benchmarking, and digital experience reviews to inform assortment and category strategy. Monitor in‑season performance and recommend trading actions such as rebuys, consolidations, transfers, exits, and markdown proposals to maximize full‑price sales and protect margin. Maintain a high standard of product data accuracy and ensure merchandising systems, planning tools, reports, and GTM documentation support timely decision‑making. Act as the regional merchandising point of contact for assigned categories, representing Americas needs with Global Merchandising and influencing product decisions with clear local insight. Champion Dr. Martens’ brand values, consumer‑first mindset, and premium positioning in all assortment, GTM, and commercial recommendations.

KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

Commercial Acumen & Merchandising Expertise Strong commercial and analytical capability, with the ability to turn complex quantitative and qualitative data into clear merchandising decisions. Strong understanding of merchandising fundamentals, range architecture, assortment planning, stock flow, pricing, margin, and product lifecycle management. Strong understanding of DTC operations, omnichannel dynamics, consumer buying behaviors, and marketplace trends. Data, Systems & Technical Proficiency Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with merchandising systems, planning tools, reporting platforms, or BI dashboards preferred. Communication & Influencing Confident communicator with the ability to build compelling narratives, present recommendations, and influence cross‑functional partners. Collaborative and influential, with the ability to lead through partnership in a matrixed environment. Planning, Organization & Execution Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage seasonal calendars, multiple workstreams, and shifting priorities with strong follow‑through. Proactive, agile, and comfortable making recommendations in an evolving operating model with competing priorities. Brand & Consumer Mindset Passion for the Dr. Martens brand, culture, and consumer‑centric approach. Work Environment & Role Requirements Ability to work at a standard computer set up 40+ hours per week with or without accommodations. Travel Requirement: up to 5% of working time, which can include both domestic and international travel. We live and breathe Rebellious Self Expression at Dr. Martens, and there are 3 core values at the heart of it. 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 .

At DM your technical capability will go hand in hand with the below: Great relationship management that delivers results through effective teamwork You’ll be a proud custodian to our DM’s culture, embodying what we stand for and encouraging others to do the same You’ll help build a highly engaged team – ensuring a collaborative culture and providing guidance & support to other team members You will take ownership for your own development, proactively seeking out feedback to build self‑awareness You will bring the outside‑in; you’ll share best practice across the team/business and encourage ideas sharing as well as collaborative problem solving You’ll lead the way and role model on all things DE& I & wellbeing

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Welcome to the brand pair of Docs Employee discount of 65% off footwear and 50% on accessories Early Friday finish in the summertime Amazing Portland based office & rooftop Hybrid work schedule Affordable & comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision packages Our Employee Assistance Program – for when times might get tough 401(k) Pre-Tax and Roth Retirement savings plans DM Foundation, supporting and empowering our communities around the world Paid volunteer hours

READY TO FILL YOUR BOOTS?

If you're excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality - we'd love to hear from you. We strive to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. 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, color, 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 authentically speak 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 . #J-18808-Ljbffr Dr. Martens