Import Merchandiser
Can you juggle purchase orders, stock levels and delivery dates like a pro, and keep everything running smoothly?
Are you ready to grow your career with a highly respected business that invests in you and your progression ?
We’ve partnered with a hugely popular home textiles manufacturer based in Glossop. They’ve doubled in size in recent years and have exciting plans for the future – it’s a brilliant time to join them.
They’re looking for an Import Merchandiser to support the management of stock pipelines, supplier relationships and order books. You’ll be a vital link between the business, its suppliers and its retail customers, making sure products arrive on time and in full (OTIF) and aligned to agreed timelines.
What you’ll get
- Salary c£30k (DOE)
- Paid Volunteer Days
- Fun social & charity events
- Health cash plan
- Birthday off
- The chance to work with major UK retailers and international suppliers
About you
- Ideally, you’ll have experience of dealing directly with factories in the far east
- You’re skilled in merchandising, imports or supply chain (essential)
- Any knowledge of freight would be highly beneficial
- It goes without saying, you’re organised, calm under pressure and able to prioritise tasks
- A proactive problem solver and confident decision maker
- A strong, personable relationship builder with excellent communication skills
- Comfortable working with accurate, data‑driven stock performance reports
- Detail‑focused, process‑driven and great at multitasking
About the role
- You’ll manage purchase orders, the order book and the full stock pipeline.
- Monitor service levels and fulfilment performance with accuracy.
- Stay adaptable in a fast‑moving environment, building strong supplier relationships and handling shifting deadlines confidently.
- Support critical path management for key accounts.
- Create and upload clear, accurate container and loading plans.
- Work closely with suppliers to ensure deliveries arrive on time and in full (OTIF).
- Track key metrics including Stock Days, Stock Budgets, A‑Lines and Must‑Haves.
- Help minimise delays and avoid unnecessary airfreight.
- Work with internal teams to keep timelines and stock budgets on track
About the company
- A business that’s doubled in recent years
- Supplier to the UK’s largest home textiles retailer
- Supportive, close-knit team with a collaborative approach
- Clear scope for personal and professional development
- A business that values your ideas and gives you room to grow
If you’re interested, call us on 0161 883 2126, or apply now