Mpeople Recruitment are currently seeking an Import Merchandiser to join a well-established and reputable organisation based in Oldham within their Merchandise team.

Hours: 08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 – 13:00 Friday (37 hours)

Salary: £20,000 - £24,000 dependent on experience

Location: Failsworth, Oldham (M35)

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase orders
• Place P/O with the factory ensure instructions and details are clear and precise
• Manage the critical path, ensuring the customer is updated regularly
• Arrange labels and packaging to arrive at the factory timely for production
• Arrange required samples: SMS, photoshoot, pre-production, pre-shipment
• Create PPRA / Customer workbook and request relevant testing of the products
• Check lab dip submissions and submit for approval
• Arrange import freight if required, and liaise with factories and the freight forwarders to utilise container space efficiently
• Arrange customer online booking if they are FOB
• Process invoices of the bulk goods

• Assist the account manager with development samples
• Attend customer meetings face to face or online, take detailed notes and action samples
• Liaise with the factories in China daily to monitor production status
• Check and authorise related purchase invoices (labels, testing, samples, finished goods and any other possible additional costs incurred)
• Read and absorb customer manuals

Skills & Attributes Required:

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience within a similar role (essential)
• The ability to make commercial decisions when faced with production challenges (essential)                                                                                          
• Multi-tasking and prioritising you work-load accordingly (essential)
• Thorough, attention to detail and efficiency (essential)
• Technical background / knowledge is an advantage (desirable)
• Experience using Sage Line 200 (desirable)

Please note that MPeople recruitment cannot always respond to all applicants due to the high volume of CV's received on a daily basis. Should you not receive a response within 5 working days please accept this has not been successful. Mpeople wish you all the best in your job search