IMPORT MERCHANDISER - FASHION - UP TO £35K

<p>IMPORT MERCHANDISER - FASHION </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Central Manchester – Head Office</strong></p><p> <strong>£30,000 – £35,000</strong></p><p> <strong>Full Time | Office Based – 5 Days a Week</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Love fashion, thrive on organisation and enjoy seeing a product journey from concept to delivery? This could be your next move!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We're looking for a talented and proactive <strong>Import Merchandiser</strong> to join a growing fashion brand and supplier based in the heart of Manchester.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in a fast-paced fashion business, working closely with international suppliers, buying and merchandising teams, and playing a key role in bringing new collections to market.</p><p>You'll have real ownership of the critical path, helping ensure exciting new products arrive on time for seasonal launches, marketing campaigns and key trading dates.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING</p><p>✔️ Managing orders from initial placement right through to final delivery.</p><p>✔️ Building strong relationships with Far East suppliers and keeping production running smoothly.</p><p>✔️ Taking ownership of critical paths, sample approvals, production schedules and shipping deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>✔️ Coordinating deliveries to support new collections, product launches and key campaigns.</p><p>✔️ Working closely with internal buying, merchandising and product development teams.</p><p>✔️ Monitoring stock quantities, supplier capacity and fabric planning.</p><p>✔️ Managing shipping documentation, invoices and packing lists.</p><p>✔️ Creating and maintaining seasonal Excel trackers and reports.</p><p><br></p><p>🎯 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR</p><p><br></p><p>⭐ Experience in import merchandising, ideally within fashion, clothing or a supplier environment.</p><p>⭐ Confident managing critical paths, production timelines and delivery schedules.</p><p>⭐ Experience working with Far East factories and overseas suppliers.</p><p>⭐ Strong Excel skills and the ability to pick up new systems quickly.</p><p>⭐ A great communicator who can build relationships and solve problems.</p><p>⭐ Organised, commercially aware and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.</p><p>⭐ <strong>Menswear or Kidswear experience would be a bonus!</strong></p><p><br></p>

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