Merch Admin Assistant (TGN5462) - Excellent Salary DOE

Location: Manchester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGN5462

We are looking for a Merchandise Admin Assistant to join the Merchandising team of a fashion supplier. You will support with the day to day administration including the critical path, purchase orders and shipments.

• Working within the Merchandising team and assisting the Merchandiser.
• Liaising with Far East and European factories via email and telephone.
• Ensure the correct quality submissions are submitted to the customer within lead-times.
• Liaise between customer and factory via telephone and e-mail.
• Ensure shipment and delivery to customer is on time.
• Following up any problems / issues which arise.
• Liaising with account manager to ensure they are informed of any delivery amendments.
• Ensure critical path is updated as amendments are agreed - i.e. price, shipment, quantity etc.
• Booking in stock in to DC, ordering labels, setting up product codes and chasing samples.
• Building customer relationships and providing excellent customer service.
• Supporting with day to day admin including raising purchase orders and chasing orders.
• Looking after a fast paced, high street, fashion account.
• Support with the supply chain process from point of order through to delivery.
• General administration including post / sending parcels where required.
• Any other duties as and when required.

• MUST have a keen interest in fashion.
• Ideally have experience in a similar role.
• Fully computer literate with strong Excel and Word skills.
• Highly organised, efficient and can work to tight deadlines, within a fast paced environment.
• Able to follow a critical path - strong accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Must be proactive, able to use initiative.