You, the Import Merchandiser, will follow the Critical Path of production from start to finish with far east suppliers, working closely with the designers, checking and raising purchase orders, and checking gold seals for quality, colour, etc.
Client Details
A business in the Harrogate area. They are known for their design-led products sold to leading Ecommerce & High Street retailers. They are seeking another Import Merchandiser to join their Merchandising team.
Description
1. Colour management including checking fabric qualities, prints, lace construction, and approving colours.
2. Ensure Critical Path dates are met.
3. Negotiate pricing and handover dates with both the client and the factory.
4. Hold both handover and critical path meetings with Designers and Garment Technologists.
5. Check and raise all orders/invoices.
6. Track the production progress of purchase orders with the client suppliers, from receipt of the purchase order to delivery into our warehouse.
7. Approve all garment compositions per order.
8. Create all packaging specifications.
9. Check all gold seals for quality, colour, and packaging.
10. Manage the delivery schedule - communicate production updates and ex-factory delivery dates to the business.
Profile
1. Proven previous experience working as a Buying Admin Assistant, Assistant Buyer, Import Merchandiser, or similar.
2. A problem solver with an eye for detail and accuracy.
3. A dynamic self-starter with a positive, enthusiastic can-do attitude.
4. Keen progressor and willing to learn and adapt to a growing business.
5. Excellent analytic skills and ability to investigate anomalies.
6. Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.
7. The ability to multitask.
8. Previous experience of managing tasks, including follow-up, reporting, working with other departments, and delegating.
Job Offer
1. Hybrid Working - Office 3 days, Home 2 days.
2. Flexible Hours.
3. 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
4. Free Parking.
5. Progression Opportunities.
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