Job Title: Merchandiser
Location: Leicester
Salary: Salary to be confirmed (permanent role)
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Type: Permanent Job
Start Date: Immediate
We are hiring for a Merchandiser to join our client's team in Leicester. This role involves working in a dynamic fashion environment, supporting the sales process and coordinating with various departments to ensure the smooth production and delivery of products to clients.
Duties of a Merchandiser
As a Merchandiser, you will:
- Coordinate with customer buyers and merchandisers regarding production and delivery requirements.
- Manage the critical path to ensure timely approvals, production, and deliveries.
- Create detailed job sheets and raise new orders on internal systems.
- Organise final deliveries, including preparing booking requests and packing lists.
- Track project progress using business software like Airtable and other tools.
- Liaise with internal departments (Sales, Design, Production, and Head of Merchandising) to ensure collaboration and efficiency.
- Oversee sample submissions and approvals to meet client specifications.
Skills and Experience of a Merchandiser
To succeed as a Merchandiser, you should have:
- At least 2 years of experience in a merchandising role, preferably with a fashion supplier or retailer.
- Proficiency in managing multiple tasks, with a focus on time management and organisation.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with clients and internal teams.
- Familiarity with software tools for tracking progress and data management.
- An ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
It would be beneficial to this role if you also had:
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think proactively.
- Experience with critical path management.
- Access to reliable transportation, as the site is accessible by car, public transport, walking, or cycling.
About the Client
Our client is a fast-fashion supplier working with high-street retailers, global event companies, and music labels. They are seeking a Merchandiser to join their team, offering a collaborative environment with career growth opportunities. Their Leicester site includes facilities such as free on-site parking, a canteen, and locker facilities.
Next Steps
Apply to this Merchandiser role through this advert. For more information, please contact our Industrial team on.
If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven't already done so). If you have not been contacted within 7 days regarding your application, please assume that you have not been successful. However, we will retain your application for any future roles that may be suitable.
About Regional Recruitment Services – A Recruitment Agency in Leicester
This position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been operating since 2008. We offer permanent, temporary, and contract jobs within the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, and Engineering sectors. To view all our available roles across the UK, visit our website at regionalrecruitment.co.uk.