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Wholesale Merchandiser

Leeds Permanent £35,000 - £40,000 per year View Job Description
As a Wholesale Merchandiser in the transport and distribution industry, you'll play a key role in managing stock levels, coordinating orders, and ensuring the smooth flow of goods to retail partners. Your day-to-day work will help streamline operations and maintain strong relationships with clients.
  • Close to transport links : Free Parking
  • Christmas Shut Down

About Our Client



A fantastic opportunity for a Wholesale Merchandiser to join a leading product led variety business in the Leeds / Pugsley area. The business sells direct to consumers as well as to large Ecommerce & high street retailers. Due to growth the business is seeking someone to join their Product team.

Job Description

Stock & Purchasing Management

  • Monitor UK and US stock levels, sales performance and stock cover, recommending repeat orders and warehouse transfers.
  • Complete regular order reviews, increasing monitoring during peak trading periods.
  • Monitor product margins and landed costs as supplier, freight and duty costs change.
  • Review product performance and support decisions around reordering and discontinued lines.
  • Maintain accurate product, pricing, costing, barcode and stock information.
  • Create and manage purchase orders with UK and overseas suppliers from placement through to delivery.
  • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, MOQs and following production lead times to achieve strong commercial outcomes.
  • Coordinate product testing, factory audits and supplier QC reports.
  • Build strong supplier relationships and proactively resolve production, quality or delivery issues.



Imports & Logistics

  • Manage international shipments and warehouse transfers from booking through to final delivery.
  • Obtain and compare freight quotations for LCL, spot and transfer shipments.
  • Coordinate combined shipments to maximise container space and shipping efficiency.
  • Collate and check commercial invoices, packing lists and shipping documentation.
  • Monitor shipments, manage delays and coordinate deliveries with freight forwarders.
  • Check final customs documentation, duties and associated import costs.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Wholesale Merchandiser should have:

  • Experience in wholesale or retail merchandising.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • An understanding of stock management and distribution processes.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • A proactive approach to handling challenges and meeting deadlines.

What's on Offer

  • Salary of £35,000 to £40,000, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Christmas shut down as part of the holiday benefits.
  • Permanent position within the retail department.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
Lyndsey Sheridan
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7106058
Phone number
+44 161 829 0372

Job summary

Job function
Retail
Subsector
Merchandise & Supply Chain
Sector
Retail
Where
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lyndsey Sheridan
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0372
Job reference
JN-092026-7106058