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