Based in North Manchester, our client is a highly successful wholesale business that are seeking an experienced Senior Merchandiser to join their fast-expanding merchandising team, due to significant growth. This is a full-time job opportunity with a flexible start/finish time Mon-Thurs and a 3pm finish every Friday.
THE JOB:
As Senior Merchandiser you will be working alongside an experienced merchandising team to maximise commercial opportunities by driving sales through improved availability and forecasting, reducing mark down and maximising profit.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Consulting with both suppliers and customers
- Building sales reports to forecast stock requirements
- Checking orders and updating orders
- Reviewing shipments
- Checking invoices
- Checking critical path and making any necessary amendments
- Generating purchase orders
- Obtaining air fright quotations
- Monitoring sales from new product launches
- Overseeing the Stock Controller
THE PERSON:
The ideal Senior Merchandiser will already be working in a similar role and environment. You must have good attention to detail, and a methodical and organised approach to work. You will need to be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines and be able to prioritise your workload. This business encourages all their staff regardless of their level to contribute ideas and to work together as a team.
THE BENEFITS:
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays
- Free onsite parking
- The option of working from home 1 day each week
- A 3pm finish every Friday
- Pension scheme
- Bupa Wellbeing helpline
- Staff discounts
- Annual performance based bonus
- Regular social events
- Working hours 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm Monday to Thursday and 8:30am-3:00pm Friday
- A positive working environment that encourages both personal and professional development
- Genuine opportunity to progress to a Merchandiser
