Production Merchandiser

TRP RECRUITMENT; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment firm is seeking a Production Merchandiser based in Leicester. You will be part of a dynamic team, responsible for managing delivery schedules and communications with customers and overseas factories. The ideal candidate will have previous related experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft packages. This position promises a thriving work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Merchandiser or in a similar role.
• Understanding of critical path and overseas shipping processes.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Update customers on delivery dates and any changes.
• Manage critical path from order to delivery.
• Liaise with factories overseas daily.
• Monitor deliveries and flag potential delays.
• Consolidate shipments from various sources.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Administration skills

Knowledge of critical path

Tools

Microsoft packages

Job description

We have a fabulous new role for well-established client of ours who are looking for an Production Merchandiser.

Based in Leicester, you will be part of an established team and report directly into the Director. It's imperative to be organised and have great communication skills. The ideal Production Merchandiser will have previous experience in a similar role, have an understanding of critical path and on sea freight and shipping.

Main Responsibilities

• Updating customers on delivery dates, and keeping them informed on any changes.
• Experience in managing critical path ensuring a smooth process from order placement through to delivery.
• Working to internal critical path deadlines and liaising daily with factories overseas.
• Updating customers on delivery dates, and keeping them informed on any changes.
• Closely monitor and manage deliveries ensuring shipments are on time and flagging any potential delays.
• To be able to manage multiple shipments from all over the world, to consolidate and shipping to be on time.
• Good administration skills.

Person Specifications

• Must have excellent knowledge on Microsoft packages, and be computer literate
• Previous supplier experience required, knitwear knowledge advantageous but not essential.
• Hard working, positive attitude.
• Attention to detail, accurate but can work quickly when under pressure.
• Strong communication at all levels along with organisational skills.