Merchandiser

Tagged Resources Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier and wholesaler in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Merchandiser. This dynamic role requires the ability to liaise with customers and suppliers, manage purchase orders, and maintain strong relationships. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong numerical and analytical skills, and exceptional organizational abilities. Familiarity with Excel and MS Office is essential. This position offers the opportunity to work with various retailers across the UK and Europe.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role is essential.
• Understanding of design and development processes from inception to production.
• Ability to multitask with accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customers and suppliers regularly.
• Manage purchase orders and the critical path.
• Build and maintain strong relationships.

Skills

Strong merchandising background

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Self-motivated

Knowledge of Excel and MS Office

Ability to work with deadlines

Job description

The Company:

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Merchandiser to join an established supplier and wholesaler to various retailers in both the UK and Europe. This is an interesting and dynamic role which requires the ability to be on task and flexible therefore you will need to be an excellent communicator who is extremely well organised with the proven ability to pay close attention to detail.

The Role:

• Liaising and meeting with customers and suppliers on a regular basis to ensure requirements are met.
• Working closely with Sales, Design and technical teams daily.
• Purchase order management – chasing customers etc.
• Effectively managing the critical path.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Acting as first point of contact for customers and suppliers.
• Liaising with factories at all stages of the production process.
• Maximising orders by monitoring client sales, forecasting and budgeting.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Reviewing factories and reporting issues to Managers.
• Working closely with other members of the team to ensure costs agreed and goods delivered are as per specification.

Skills Required:

• A minimum of 2 years experience gained in the same role is essential.
• Strong merchandising background.
• Understanding of design and development processes from inception to production.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the proven ability to multi task with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness.
• Ability to work with deadlines and prioritise work.
• Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure.
• Knowledge of Excel and MS Office.
• Confident and assertive.