An exciting opportunity for an Import Merchandiser to join a well-established company selling to UK and International customers. Specialising in the design, manufacture and import of Mens and Ladies apparel for retailers, e-commerce and independently owned stores. The role is very hands on looking after the full product lifecycle and managing the critical path. The Role: Working with large retail customers on contract orders for mens and ladies fashion. Raise, manage and track purchase orders. Create and manage the Critical Path to ensure agreed delivery dates are maintained. Critical Path meetings with factories and customers weekly Liaising with suppliers and buyers on a daily basis, ensuring samples, lab dips etc. are received, sent and approved according to CP. Advising and approving all labelling / packaging information Provide approval comments on all components. Advising factory of customer requirements for packaging, packing, testing etc. and ensuring these are followed Liaise with technical department to prioritise sample approvals Attend fit meetings with technical and design department Highlight any problems or delays efficiently Check and approve shipment bookings and documents Essential Skills Required: MUST have 2 years experience in a similar role. Experience working with large retailers preferred MUST have managed the critical path. Competent user of Microsoft Office, in particular Outlook and Excel. Excellent communication, organisational skills. Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Monday to Friday
Jan 22, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity for an Import Merchandiser to join a well-established company selling to UK and International customers. Specialising in the design, manufacture and import of Mens and Ladies apparel for retailers, e-commerce and independently owned stores. The role is very hands on looking after the full product lifecycle and managing the critical path. The Role: Working with large retail customers on contract orders for mens and ladies fashion. Raise, manage and track purchase orders. Create and manage the Critical Path to ensure agreed delivery dates are maintained. Critical Path meetings with factories and customers weekly Liaising with suppliers and buyers on a daily basis, ensuring samples, lab dips etc. are received, sent and approved according to CP. Advising and approving all labelling / packaging information Provide approval comments on all components. Advising factory of customer requirements for packaging, packing, testing etc. and ensuring these are followed Liaise with technical department to prioritise sample approvals Attend fit meetings with technical and design department Highlight any problems or delays efficiently Check and approve shipment bookings and documents Essential Skills Required: MUST have 2 years experience in a similar role. Experience working with large retailers preferred MUST have managed the critical path. Competent user of Microsoft Office, in particular Outlook and Excel. Excellent communication, organisational skills. Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Monday to Friday
We are looking for a full time or part time Import Controller. Experience with garment importation is desirable. Duties: Dealing with overseas suppliers and Freight agents. PO checks from the merchandisers to ensure the freight moves in a timely manner. Deadlines to be completed. Dealing with bookings, tracking shipments, negotiating rates where applicable and services provided. Entering all shipping documents into the manual log and in the in-house system. Checking all styles are being shipped as per the contracted shipping dates and that the goods are approved by the QC team, following up any discrepancies. Regularly contacting suppliers for updates on arrivals of goods being sent by sea, road, air and arranging delivery into the warehouse. Preparing invoices, packing lists, and dealing with GSP Certificates, Letters of Credit and Bills of Lading (where applicable). Chasing suppliers in the Far East and Europe for updates on late shipments and any other ad-hoc duties directed by Shipping Manager. Checking Customs Entries and preparing Landed Costings Skills/Requirements: Minimum 3 + years of previous Imports experience Operational experience in sectors such as: manufacturing, importer/exporter, wholesaler, shipper. Strong knowledge of GSP Certificates, Letters of Credit and Bills of Lading etc. Proactive always to meet demands and delivery dates. IT literate-Import Software Ability to work on EXCEL Well organized with great attention to detail. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Team player, able to work under pressure and use own initiative. Monday to Friday = Yes Working hours= 8.30 to 5.30PM. Can be adjusted to suit candidate. Holidays/Annual leave 20 days (plus bank holidays) Salary depends on level of experience. Part time or full time can be discussed.
Jan 13, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a full time or part time Import Controller. Experience with garment importation is desirable. Duties: Dealing with overseas suppliers and Freight agents. PO checks from the merchandisers to ensure the freight moves in a timely manner. Deadlines to be completed. Dealing with bookings, tracking shipments, negotiating rates where applicable and services provided. Entering all shipping documents into the manual log and in the in-house system. Checking all styles are being shipped as per the contracted shipping dates and that the goods are approved by the QC team, following up any discrepancies. Regularly contacting suppliers for updates on arrivals of goods being sent by sea, road, air and arranging delivery into the warehouse. Preparing invoices, packing lists, and dealing with GSP Certificates, Letters of Credit and Bills of Lading (where applicable). Chasing suppliers in the Far East and Europe for updates on late shipments and any other ad-hoc duties directed by Shipping Manager. Checking Customs Entries and preparing Landed Costings Skills/Requirements: Minimum 3 + years of previous Imports experience Operational experience in sectors such as: manufacturing, importer/exporter, wholesaler, shipper. Strong knowledge of GSP Certificates, Letters of Credit and Bills of Lading etc. Proactive always to meet demands and delivery dates. IT literate-Import Software Ability to work on EXCEL Well organized with great attention to detail. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Team player, able to work under pressure and use own initiative. Monday to Friday = Yes Working hours= 8.30 to 5.30PM. Can be adjusted to suit candidate. Holidays/Annual leave 20 days (plus bank holidays) Salary depends on level of experience. Part time or full time can be discussed.
