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 Trade Marketing Manager, you’ll be part of the Integrated Marketing team working closely with brilliant people across the business and reporting into Senior Manager Commercial Trade. 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
The Trade Marketing Manager is responsible for planning and delivering key trading moments across the commercial calendar, ensuring these moments are activated effectively to drive conversion, revenue and consumer engagement. This role focuses on high-impact trading and tactical moments, translating commercial priorities into clear, coordinated activity across channels and markets. Working closely with Commercial Trade, Seasonal Campaign, Media and Retail teams, the role plays a critical part in maximising the performance of key trading moments through strong planning, clear activation frameworks and disciplined execution. This role supports the delivery of a 365-day trading and marketing calendar, executing campaigns and key moments across all channels and markets.
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES
As our Trade Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for:
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Strong trade marketing expertise with experience leading commercial trade strategies across global or multi-market environments, driving sell-through, conversion and revenue growth.
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Deep understanding of Wholesale, Retail and DTC channels, with the ability to translate commercial, brand and product priorities into effective trade marketing plans.
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Proven ability to influence and align cross-functional stakeholders, delivering globally consistent frameworks that enable strong local market execution.
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Highly organised and insight-led, with strong project management skills and experience using performance data to optimise results and manage complex initiatives.
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Experienced people leader and confident communicator, capable of developing high-performing teams and building strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES
Put simply, the key things we’re looking for are:
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Strong experience delivering commercial and trade marketing activity, with a solid understanding of how trading plans are executed across DTC, retail, wholesale and global markets.
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Highly organised with excellent planning and project management skills, able to manage multiple trading moments, priorities and timelines simultaneously.
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Data-driven and commercially minded, using performance insights and market trends to inform decisions, optimise activity and improve results.
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Proven ability to work cross-functionally, building strong relationships and coordinating multiple stakeholders to ensure aligned execution.
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Detail-oriented, adaptable and an effective communicator, able to respond to changing priorities while keeping teams aligned and focused on trading objectives.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
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Hybrid working
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Welcome free pair of Docs
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‘Buy as you Earn’ Share scheme
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65% off all Docs
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50% off Accessories
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Pension Scheme through Aviva
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Life Assurance
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25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
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Private healthcare
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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.
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.
