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