Strategic Programme Manager - Programme Lace (Phase 2) - 12 Month Fixed Term

DR. MARTENS
London
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 SIT As our Strategic Programme Manager – Programme Lace (Phase 2), you’ll be part of the Strategy team working closely with brilliant people across the business . You’ll be right at the heart of fast‑moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers - today and tomorrow. WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE This role plays a pivotal part in driving our consumer centric strategy . Everything you do will help elevate the DM experience - whether you’re enabling teams, improving processes, influencing decision making, or crafting moments that matter for our consumers around the globe. You’ll help us push boundaries, raise the bar, and keep the spirit of DM alive in everything we deliver. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES As our Strategic Programme Manager – Programme Lace (Phase 2), you will be responsible for:
  • Programme Leadership & Delivery: Own end‑to‑end delivery of Programme Lace Phase 2, defining scope, roadmap and sequencing across planning workstreams while driving pace, ownership and delivery discipline.
  • Cross‑Functional Alignment & Operating Model: Orchestrate delivery across Supply Chain, Merchandising, Commercial and Markets; embed planning operating models, routines and decision rights, balancing global consistency with market needs.
  • Governance, Risk & Technology Delivery: Establish governance, KPIs and reporting; manage dependencies and risks, while leading rollout and adoption of planning technology and embedding new processes and behaviours.
  • Performance & Continuous Improvement: Track outcomes (forecast accuracy, availability, inventory, cycle time), translate data into actionable insight, ensure value realisation, and embed scalable ways of working with continuous improvement.
KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES
  • Experience & Domain Expertise: Proven track record leading complex, cross‑functional transformation programmes, ideally within supply chain/planning, with strong understanding of demand, supply and merchandise planning and tech-enabled delivery.
  • Programme Leadership & Delivery Mindset: Brings structure to ambiguity, drives delivery across multiple teams, and applies strong governance, planning and risk management in fast-paced environments.
  • Stakeholder Influence: Skilled in managing and aligning global stakeholders, influencing at senior level without authority, and working collaboratively with a pragmatic, outcomes-focused approach.
  • Analytical & Operational Focus: Strong analytical capability, confident interpreting KPIs and performance metrics, with a clear focus on delivering measurable business impact and operational improvement.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Hybrid working
  • Welcome free pair of Docs
  • Share scheme
  • 65% off all Docs
  • 50% off Accessories
  • Pension Scheme through Aviva
  • Life Assurance
  • 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Private healthcare
  • 2 paid volunteer days per year
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. Application closing date: Wednesday 10th of June 2026At 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. #LI-AH1 YOUR FUNDAMENTAL QUALITIES It’s never just a job at Dr. Martens. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our Fundamentals - INTEGRITY. PROFESSIONAL. PASSIONATE. TEAM PLAYERS. They define who we are and how we get the job done. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it.
Posted 2026-05-27

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