Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Manchester
County:North West
Role:Merchandiser
Job ref:450
Post Date:20.05.26
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Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager
Manchester
Our client, a dynamic company, is seeking a Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager to join their team based in Central Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in Merchandising and Account Management to play a key role within a close-knit company. They foster a collaborative working environment and are looking for a proactive individual to contribute to their growth and success.
Key Responsibilities:
- A pivotal role for a key team member who oversees the Merchandising side of the business.
- Working with a team of designers and Garment Technologists,
- Nurture and manage various customer accounts from concept to delivery.
- Engage with customers to hold regular meetings, take seasonal briefs and maintain / grow current business.
- Work with design and tech teams to create concept to be presented to customers.
- Oversee production of collection and brief out to supply base in conjunction with design and tech teams, while controlling the critical path for seasonal development.
- Negotiate prices with suppliers.
- Monitor and manage sample trackers / sample development leadtimes.
- Present collections to customers in conjunction with directors / design team.
- Place POs and manage Order Summary.
- Maintain and manage CP with regular communication with suppliers and customers on a weekly basis.
- Carry out product review meetings with directors, design and tech teams on a daily / weekly basis.
- Ensure goods are made to required standards alongside tech team with regards to factory audits, compliance, product testing, AQL reports etc.
- Working with logistics team to ensure packing lists, shipping schedules, product approvals are in place and correct.
- Nurturing and managing supply base to balance production volumes and brands between supply base to maximise efficiency and skill across supply base.
Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience as a Merchandiser/Account Manager within the apparel sector.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Managing multiple projects is key so applicants must have exceptional management skills and an eye for detail.
- Ability to build strong relationships.
- Must have exceptional management skills and an eye for detail.
If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in Manchester, we would love to hear from you.
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