Merchandiser
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
This fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a motivated, highly organised Production Merchandiser and sales liaison with a well established supplier of hosiery, legwear and underwear.
Part of a small team, you will be working with both private label and branded merchandise, supplying many of the largest UK retailers/e-tailers, as well as independent stores. You will support the sales and development team by managing the product critical path and supplier management in line with key business objectives. The role is a mix of purchasing, stock control, logistics, product management and customer relationship management and reporting.
Merchandiser – The Job Role
Duties include:
* Responsible for all branded stocks purchases
* To manage all branded stock orders with suppliers and customer.
* Manage and monitor all stock orders through the business
* Manage deliveries into 3rd party warehouse
* Management of critical paths for both branded and PL key retailers, liaising with all stakeholders to ensure deadlines are achieved
* Monitor availability – liaise with factories to expedite/slow down lines.
* Provide and keep accurate records on all commitments, and adjustments.
* Daily contact with all to ensure enquiries, orders and queries are dealt with efficiently.
* Managing key account sales order through the system
* Management of all logistical requirements for each customers.
* Liaising with all freight forwarders to ensure all orders are booked in and shipped correctly.
* Ensuring all customs shipping paperwork and invoices are supplied correctly and on time.
* Maintaining and updating all relevant shipping systems.
* Working with customers on different terms, Landed, CIF or FOB
* Create all new style codes for the brand.
* Place orders with suppliers for packaging as required
* Produce various reports
Merchandiser – Skills & Experience
* Experience within a similar merchandiser, sales administration, or production planning role.
* Confident relationship management /customer service experience with retailers such as JLP, Sainsbury, Amazon or ASOS.
* Requires a high level of sales analysis and stock management
* Competent in Excel analysis methods, such as pivot tables
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with as professional telephone manner is essential.
* SAGE SOP system knowledge and EDI order processing knowledge would be an advantage
* Must be self-motivated, highly organised with attention to detail and good time management skills.
* A passion, knowledge and genuine interest in women’s fashion
More Information
- Address Nottinghamshire
