Import Merchandiser

An exciting opportunity for an Import Merchandiser to join a well-established company selling to UK and International customers. Specialising in the design, manufacture and import of Mens and Ladies apparel for retailers, e-commerce and independently owned stores. The role is very hands on looking after the full product lifecycle and managing the critical path.

The Role:

* Working with large retail customers on contract orders for mens and ladies fashion.

* Raise, manage and track purchase orders.

* Create and manage the Critical Path to ensure agreed delivery dates are maintained.

* Critical Path meetings with factories and customers weekly

* Liaising with suppliers and buyers on a daily basis, ensuring samples, lab dips etc. are received, sent and approved according to CP.

* Advising and approving all labelling / packaging information

* Provide approval comments on all components.

* Advising factory of customer requirements for packaging, packing, testing etc. and ensuring these are followed

* Liaise with technical department to prioritise sample approvals

* Attend fit meetings with technical and design department

* Highlight any problems or delays efficiently

* Check and approve shipment bookings and documents

Essential

Skills Required:

* MUST have 2 years experience in a similar role.

* Experience working with large retailers preferred

* MUST have managed the critical path.

* Competent user of Microsoft Office, in particular Outlook and Excel.

* Excellent communication, organisational skills.

Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

* Monday to Friday