Import Merchandiser

Description:

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

* Handle day‑to‑day admin to keep the merchandising function running smoothly

* Manage and update the sales tracker and stay on top of the order book

* Raise and monitor purchase orders accurately and on time

* Track service levels and review fulfilment performance regularly

* Take part in critical path meetings and keep actions moving

* Manage the full stock pipeline including ERDs and key dates

* Create container plans and upload clear, accurate loading plans

* Work closely with suppliers to support strong OTIF delivery

* Monitor key stock metrics including Stock Days, Budgets, A‑Lines and Must‑Haves

* Drive efficiency to minimise delays and avoid unnecessary airfreight

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, get in touch today or apply now