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