Assistant Merchandiser - Manchester, United Kingdom - Tagged Resources

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An excellent opportunity for an
Assistant Merchandiser to join our client who is a key knitwear supplier to a number of big retailers such as Missguided, PLT, Very, Lipsy, Boohoo and In The Style.

This role requires you to have a sound knowledge and understanding of the critical path.


The Role:


  • Manage the Critical Path to ensure agreed delivery dates are maintained.
  • Liaising with suppliers on a day to day basis, dealing with lab dips and test reports.
  • Calculating cost prices through to sell prices whilst maintaining margins.
  • Raising purchase orders.
  • Following up samples with suppliers.
  • Responsible for the timely delivery of Gold Seal samples to customers.
  • Liaising with customers, responding promptly to communications and taking appropriate actions to ensure all needs are met.
  • Provide approval comments on Bulk Cloth and Trims.
  • Arrange Bulk Test Reports with the Factories and vendors.
  • Load, manage and track PO's on customer's portal, amending where necessary.
  • Manage High street accounts and build strong relationships with retail customers and suppliers.

Skills Required:


  • Fashion Degree or similar.
  • Must have 23 years experience in a similar role.
  • Must have managed the critical path.
  • Competent user of Microsoft Office, in particular Outlook and Excel.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and negotiation skills.
  • Interest within merchandising and fashion.

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