DTC Inventory & Allocation Lead — Hybrid

Dr. Martens; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Hybrid work schedule

401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision

EAP

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Dr. Martens is seeking a Head of DTC Planning & Allocation to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time across the Americas DTC fleet.

You will translate consumer, product and commercial strategies into data-driven inventory and allocation plans that reinforce brand positioning, improve availability and reduce markdown dependency. Based in Portland, OR or Los Angeles, CA, you will lead cross-functional teams spanning Merchandising, Retail Ops, Ecomm Trading, Demand

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in DTC merchandise planning, allocation, replenishment and inventory management.
• Strong analytical capability with ability to interpret KPIs, consumer insight and demand data.
• Proficiency in planning systems, allocation tools and reporting platforms.
• Understanding of omnichannel operations and stock-flow requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead DTC inventory planning & forecast across Americas.
• Define demand signals per store/channel with Merchandising & Demand Planning.
• Own size-curve, flow and depth recommendations for DTC.
• Identify risks and opportunities in inventory and optimize availability and margin.
• Lead allocation strategy across DTC channels for optimal stock levels.
• Coordinate with Retail Ops and Ecomm Trading for in-season performance.
• Drive allocation discipline for icons, power franchises and priority categories.
• Support launch readiness with timely stock positioning.

Skills

DTC inventory planning

allocation strategy

replenishment management

data-driven decision making

leadership & collaboration

communication

analytical capability

Job description

Dr. Martens is seeking a Head of DTC Planning & Allocation to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time across the Americas DTC fleet.

You will translate consumer, product and commercial strategies into data-driven inventory and allocation plans that reinforce brand positioning, improve availability and reduce markdown dependency. Based in Portland, OR or Los Angeles, CA, you will lead cross-functional teams spanning Merchandising, Retail Ops, Ecomm Trading, Demand