Materials / Trims Assistant (cum PLM Officer)

Dr. Martens is a globally recognisable and culturally influential British brand, with over 60 years of rich heritage. 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.

THE GIG

Report to the Functional Materials Manager (60%), this role is responsible for contributing to the component’s development activities (including trial out, colour approval). This role will drive effective communication on development follow up with suppliers, maintain accurate tracking charts, assuring functional material is compliant with corporate standards with respect to approvals, policies, and regulations. In addition, the role will work closely with the Head of Materials Management (40%), supporting on the PLM data governance.

• PLM data governance – This responsibility is for all category of materials. Regular extracting of material and working with Head of Materials on the data gap identification with focus on data accuracy and reliability, identifying and resolving data inaccuracy issues, and developing solutions to prevent recurrence. Will have to collaborate with full material team members to promote high-quality data accuracy.
• Maintain & follow up functional & packaging material development and bulk performance testing tracker with Tier 2 – ensuring the testing done on time, monthly reporting to management on the status.
• Working with concerned Tier 2 suppliers to build Master samples Library in HK – Master samples, pricing and cost breakdown, specifications and blueprints. Able to go into details of costing and work on reporting the gaps where needed.
• Working on getting seasonal prices from Tier 2 and ensuring the prices are submitted on time for further process.
• Maintain & reporting of material development tracking reports for on time development of materials, lead-time, price.
• Maintain and update PLM system on concerned material data.
• Admin support – on an ad hoc basis.

THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART

It’s never just a job at Dr. Martens. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our Values – BE YOURSELF, ACT COURAGEOUSLY AND SHOW YOU CARE. As a brand that represents Rebellious Self Expression, we are a unique collection of people from different backgrounds, with different skills and we all bring something special to Dr. Martens. We are brand custodians and passionate advocates.

To be our Functional Materials Assistant you will also possess these qualities:

• Diploma holder in clothing, textiles, materials management related subjects.
• Min 4-5 years of working experience in footwear &/or apparel materials, functional accessories & trims development.
• Experience in using PLM or relevant system is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken in English. Spoken Chinese will be an advantage. Ability in working with a multi-cultural team.
• Logical thinker with strong numerical and data analytical proficiency. Able to maintain and monitor performance trackers on a regular basis.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Strong in Excel (with pivot-table, vlookup), Word, Outlook.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with very tight deadlines.
• Ability to critically challenging ideas and assumptions in a constructive and collaborative manner
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on process improvement and operational excellence.

YOUR FUNDAMENTAL QUALITIES

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

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.