Materials Costing Analyst (Footwear & Accessories)

Dr. Martens is a globally recognizable and culturally influential British brand, with 65 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

Reporting into the Product Costing Manager, the Materials Costing Analyst / Senior Analyst will work to tight deadlines in a fast-moving environment, communicating widely to gather information from across the company and compiling that information into complex cost models combining speed with the utmost attention to detail and accuracy.

In additional to be responsible for leading and supporting the materials costs (focus on Leather and PVC at the first phase) and prices data for each seasonal launch and carry over ranges, you will work extensively with the Materials team to obtain key cost components and prices and providing comprehensive data back to these teams.

Key areas of responsibility will be:

• Be the first point of contact for all costing matters relating to third-party materials prices from our suppliers – annual spend c$350m and over 150 suppliers.

• Support the creation, set up and maintain consolidated master database for all materials for each seasonal launch and carry over ranges.

• Perform any cost / price / profitability / savings analysis of new, current materials and products and regular reporting of status and concerns.

• Analyze, benchmark vs. suppliers / external markets / commodities / previous seasons and report on materials component costs as well as the included indirect costs such as labor and overheads for the materials via open book costing process. Work with Materials team and external suppliers to get this in place and in use.

• Work closely with internal teams and third-party suppliers to ensure accuracy of materials component prices agreed with DM and aligned to T1 / T2 factories.

• Work with Product Costing manager to ensure cost breakdown sheets received from factories or in PLM reflect the agreed materials pricing and are complete and accurate.

• Liaise with various teams such as Materials team, Sourcing, Development and Supply Planning to ensure that any issues raised by T2 / T1 factories related to material costs and pricing are resolved.

• Support the Product Costing Manager and the Materials Team Lead with any ad-hoc work.

THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART

To be our Materials Costing Analyst / Senior Analyst, you will also possess these qualities:

• Degree holder, with 6-8 years of experience in the footwear, apparel and/or accessories industries.

• Minimum 5 years of work experience of materials costing (preferred experience in Leather and PVC, EVA or other footwear/accessories materials and parts) and pricing (or Procurement).

• Ability to work with various and multi-functional teams to obtain data inputs required.

• Ability to use advanced Excel skills to create and analyse large and complex data sheets.

• Commercially astute with a flexible approach to the role.

• Proven ability working in a fast-moving environment to agreed deadlines that may require a rapid turnaround.

• Experience of using accounting systems and BI tools preferable.

• Excellent English communication, spoken Chinese will be an advantage.

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.

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.