Job Description
This celebrity athleisurewear brand combines a high-profile creative vision with commercial, trend-led product. Operating within a fast-paced, growth-focused environment, the brand delivers elevated athleisurewear across online channels, with a strong emphasis on quality, margin, and speed to market.
The Import Merchandiser is responsible for managing the end-to-end critical path for imported product, ensuring stock is delivered on time, in full, and in line with margin, quality, and commercial targets. Working closely with Product Design & Development, Supply Chain, and overseas suppliers, the role supports profitable trading and strong stock availability across digital channels.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the critical path from order placement through to delivery for all imported ranges.
* Ensure product is developed, costed, and delivered in line with agreed timelines and business expectations.
* Act as the main point of contact for overseas suppliers and factories.
* Track production progress and proactively resolve issues relating to delays, capacity, or quality.
* Negotiate delivery dates and support cost price discussions where required.
* Plan and manage intake schedules to ensure optimal stock flow and availability.
* Work closely with Supply Chain and Freight partners to manage shipping, customs clearance, and final delivery.
* Monitor stock levels, identifying risks of overstock or shortage and recommending appropriate actions.
* Maintain accurate order information, including cost prices, margins, and delivery dates.
* Support margin targets through cost control and by working cross-functionally to minimise air freight usage.
* Assist with forecasting, sales analysis, and post-season reviews to inform future ranges.
* Work closely with Management, Design, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.
* Support problem-solving across the supply chain to protect trading performance.
* Ensure all systems are kept up to date with accurate product and order data.
* Previous experience as an Import Merchandiser, Merchandising Assistant, or Freight / Logistics Coordinator within a UK retail environment.
* Strong understanding of critical path management for imported product.
* Experience working with overseas suppliers and factories.
* Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
* Commercial awareness with a solid understanding of margin and stock management.
* Confident user of Excel and ERP systems.
Requirements
* Experience within fashion, lifestyle, or athleisurewear retail.
* Knowledge of freight, shipping terms (Incoterms), and customs processes.
* Experience working within a fast-paced or founder-led or celebrity-backed retail business.
* Proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple deadlines
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary
* Small, collaborative team environment
* London-based role
* Staff discount
* Hybrid working (where applicable)
* Career development opportunities within a growing celebrity athleisurewear brand