Wholesale Merchandiser

Wholesale Merchandiser | Manchester | Womenswear | Circa £45,000

This is an opportunity to join one of the most recognisable fashion brands in the market today. With a strong presence across the UK, US, Europe and the Middle East, this business has built its reputation on delivering what others can't.
The merchandising function is established, stable and highly respected, but it's now entering an exciting phase of evolution. With significant investment into systems, processes, frameworks and ways of working, the team is redefining how merchandising operates & overall, becoming more agile, more strategic and even more commercially effective.
For an ambitious merchandiser, this is the chance to gain exposure to senior leadership, manage and develop people, and play a key role in a business that continues to grow and outperform in a challenging retail landscape.
This brand continues to grow fast and you'll grow with it. Combining creativity and commerciality, retail and wholesale, structure and pace, this is a rare opportunity to make a genuine impact in a business that values your expertise and input.

Why Join?

Womenswear
End-to-End Category Ownership
Exciting, High Profile Partners
High Visibility Across the Business
Leadership & Development Opportunities
Exposure to Retail & Wholesale Channels
Fast-Growing, Profitable BusinessThe Role:

As the Wholesale Merchandiser, you'll sit at the heart of the product and wholesale operation, taking ownership of key categories and helping drive commercial performance across both retail and wholesale channels.
You'll be responsible for planning, forecasting, trading and stock management, ensuring products move seamlessly from supplier through to customer. This role requires someone who can balance detail with big-picture thinking, spotting opportunities, identifying risks and driving proactive decisions.
Working closely with Account Managers, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the business is maximising every opportunity within the order book whilst maintaining exceptional service levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Own and manage the wholesale order book, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and alignment with delivery schedules
Drive planning, ordering and re-ordering activity across your categories
Identify gaps, risks and opportunities within trading performance and take action accordingly
Work collaboratively with Account Managers to maximise commercial opportunities
Manage and maintain the WSSI, using forecasts, intake plans and trading performance to support decision-making
Produce and analyse reports covering sales performance, sell-through, intake, freight and delivery schedules
Support range planning through historical analysis, category performance reviews and commercial insight
Lead monthly reporting for highlighting performance, opportunities and potential risks
Take full ownership of the critical path from order placement through to delivery
Monitor timelines and ensure delivery KPIs are consistently achieved
Manage wholesale freight activity and work closely with warehouse teams to ensure stock arrives where and when it's needed
Maintain strong supplier relationships and proactively resolve delivery issues
Attend and lead regular trade meetings with both internal and external partners
Collaborate closely with suppliers, retail partners and wholesale customers to manage orders and delivery updates
Partner with Finance to ensure accurate invoicing and seamless reconciliation of wholesale orders
Mentor and support an Assistant Merchandiser, contributing to their development and progression
Champion best practice, process improvements and continuous development across the merchandising function
Support markdown, repeat order and rebuy decisions across your categories
Monitor competitor activity, market trends and customer demand to keep the business ahead of the curveAbout You:

We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Merchandiser who thrives in a fast-paced fashion environment.

Proven merchandising experience within womenswear
Experience working across wholesale, retail or ideally both channels
Strong commercial awareness and excellent analytical skills
Advanced Excel capability, including WSSI management, forecasting, Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
A thorough understanding of critical path management, freight and delivery scheduling
The ability to manage multiple stakeholders across Buying, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Account Manager, Logistics and Supply Chain
Exceptional organisation and attention to detail
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine passion for womenswear

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