Import Merchandiser | Fashion | Manchester | £35k+benefits
Zachary Daniels are excited to be partnering with a well recognised fashion brand based in Manchester. We are seeking an Import Merchsndiser. You will be an important part of driving global sales for the brand through the development of all products and collections. Daily communication with our supply base to see product through from order stage to delivery into the warehouse.
You will be responsible for ensuring our critical path is up to date from sampling through to shipping and ensuring the full team have visibility on each stage of production.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Import Merchandiser and only candidates with entitlement to work in the UK will be considered. Please note, this role will be based on site.
The role as import Merchandiser:
- Establish relationships and onboard new suppliers building successful partnerships. Strong supplier relationship management required.
- From Design receiving details of product requirements and working with the production team to allocate to the relevant factory based on manufacturing capability, price negotiations and working to price targets.
- Maintain the critical path, ensuring we are working to and hitting set deadlines from 1st sample, fabric and fit approvals to delivery.
- Manage your factory base to make sure production schedules are being followed.
- Ensure all stock received in the warehouse is coordinated with QC checks and communicate any issues with suppliers.
- Liaise with the relevant departments, to enable goods to arrive and be processed on time, and advise departments of key delivery dates.
- Raising Purchase Orders as required.
- Work closely with the wider Product and Design Team, including Quality, Garment Tech, and Merch.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience at Merchandiser level ideally within a fashion, or eCommerce industry
- Worked within an Import Merchandiser / Key Account Manager role
- Experience of a Wholesale Operation would be an advantage
- Experience with liaising with factories in Far East and India
Import Merchandiser package:
- Flexible salary based on experience (c£35k)
- Bonus scheme
- Heavily discounted products
- Flexible working hours
- Enhanced maternity
- On site gym
- Healthcare
- Amazing office environment
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