Buyer/merhandiser

GWCC; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the B2B sector is seeking a motivated Buyer/Merchandiser to join their team. The role involves sourcing products, managing stock levels, and collaborating with suppliers to enhance product presentation and sales potential. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills and a passion for retail.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a merchandising role or similar position preferred.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing while ensuring optimal stock availability.
• Monitor stock levels and generate purchase orders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Creativity

Leadership

Multilingual abilities

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Gwcc - is a multi faceted B2B company that supplies many different products to retailers up and down the country and into mainland europe. We have catergories from apparel, homeware, giftware and drinkware. We are license holders for Wb Harry Potter, Oxford University, Transport for London.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer/ Merchandiser to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality, accuracy and timeliness of our products.This position requires strong organisational skills, the ability to manage time effectively, and a flair for creativity.

As a Merchandiser, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products are presented attractively and strategically to maximise sales potential.

Duties

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing while ensuring optimal stock availability.
• Sourcing the correct quantities and assortments of products, and dealing with the logistics for this.
• Monitor stocks levels and generate po's to cover.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers while launching colour lap dips, strike off’s and trim sourcing etc.
• Analyse sales, stock and supplier performance data and report to the stakeholders.
• Manage, track and log all relevant sample orders.
• Support the Senior directors with product range reviews, cost-saving initiatives and sourcing strategies.
• Stay up to date with market trends, supplier developments and competitor activity, identify key opportunities and risks, and share findings and suggestions with stakeholders.
• Work with the rest of the department to create successful range plans.
• Assist with resolving invoice price queries and discrepancies.
• Collaborate across the Design department to maintain accurate product information and resolve product-related issues.
• Oversee day-to-day administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• competitor monitoring

Experience

• Proven experience in a merchandising role or similar position is preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe software, particularly Adobe Illustrator, is advantageous.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including supervising teams or projects.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus, enhancing communication with diverse clientele.
• A passion for retail and sales, with a keen eye for aesthetic presentation.

If you possess the required skills and are eager to contribute to our success as a Merchandiser, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Textile Manufacturing

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