Merchandiser

Salary depending on experience level

My client based in Sittingbourne has a newly created role for an experienced Merchandiser to join their busy Merchandising and Supply Chain Team.

The successful candidate will need to have intermediate Excel knowledge and have a background working within merchandising and product.

Job Purpose

Working as part of a small, collaborative Supply Chain and Purchasing team based in Sittingbourne, you will use your analytical and data skills to ensure that stock levels are meeting our customer requirements. You will be liaising regularly and building good working relationships with factories across China and Vietnam.

Key Accountabilities

• Purchase goods in line with required delivery dates through purchase orders with both Far East and UK based suppliers
• Identify purchasing needs and monitor stock levels.
• Determine replenishment strategy by analysing reports and forecast data.
• Update and maintain accurate data across orders, vendors and stock quantities.
• Establish, build and maintain relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, cultivating a strong business relationship.
• Assisting with new product set ups
• Assist the Head of Supply Chain and Purchasing in other tasks commensurate with the role.

Key Challenges and Decisions

• Utilise internal systems and databases to analyse data and ensure all POS materials are delivered on schedule
• Factor in lead times to ensure goods are delivered on schedule and the right stock remains in stock to fulfil customer orders effectively
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure

Internal and External Relationships

• Develop relationships with overseas and UK suppliers
• Work with internal stakeholders to maximise efficient stock management.

Person Specification

• Experience within buying, purchasing or merchandising preferred
• Excellent administrative skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Dynamic and eager to learn and develop.
• Excellent negotiation skills and comprehensive commercial awareness, with the ability to identify trends and consider the impact on stock levels.
• Good numerical and analytical skills - proficient in the use of Excel at an intermediate level, as well as being confident on other Microsoft programs.
• Ability to work proactively and re-actively in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to keep calm under pressure and when completing multiple tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player who can work collaboratively.
• Comfortable, confident and experienced in managing overseas suppliers, typically the Far East region (desirable)

Fully office based role