Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Objective : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, responsible for the stock across the wholesale function and will be accountable for the grading process and executing the wholesale stock plan across the business.
Skills : Inventory Management, Product Knowledge
Description :
- Developed and maintained a good understanding of the trends, marketplace, and competitors and identified and shared any opportunities to improve performance and grow the business.
- Independently managed critical path for own labels of the company.
- Responsible for liaising with the buying and planning departments on seasonal buying plans and following through with suppliers on the production process.
- Responsible for liaising with suppliersfactories to obtain confirmation on delivery dates, costs, and any other related queries.
- Responsible for following the whole process through as required from placing orders, dealing with MOQs, and production to the shipment of stock.
- Liaised with and assisted customers and factories from order inquiry through to production and shipping which will include the creation of sales and purchase orders.
- Responsible for assisting product approvals and ensuring the accuracy of costings across sales and purchase orders as well as managing customer invoices and liaising with finance to ensure payments are processed smoothly.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S. Merchandising
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Summary : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, support the merchandising team by preparing information and data, as required for business performance reviews on a weekly, monthly, or ad hoc basis.
Skills : Vendor Relations, Sales Forecasting, Market Research, Data Analysis, Pricing Strategy
Description :
- Implemented merchandising plans and maintained displays in assigned locations.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated restocking needs to relevant teams.
- Built positive relationships with managers and staff to enhance merchandising effectiveness.
- Developed and executed the overall visual merchandising strategy in alignment with the brand's identity, global directives, seasonal themes, and marketing campaigns.
- Ensured adherence to visual merchandising guidelines, standards, and budgets across all
- Organized and merchandised the collections in the New York showroom each season and worked with the Marketing team to prepare press days and ensure all merchandise was well presented.
- Collaborated with the Director of Retail and Wholesale to drive visual merchandising initiatives and enhance the retail and Wholesale experience for the customers.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Management
Education
A.A. Fashion Merchandising
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Summary : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, collaborated closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Merchandising, Wholesale, and Retail Operations to ensure consistency in brand messaging and product presentation.
Skills : Product Sourcing, Negotiation Skills, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising
Description :
- Evaluated the effectiveness of visual merchandising initiatives through sales analysis, customer feedback, and industry and local trends, adjusting strategies as needed to optimize results.
- Managed the set-up of store openingsrenovations and special events within the region, keeping in line with the visual guidelines.
- Established and maintained relationships with VM external partners to increase the visibility and positioning of the Brand.
- Effectively identified and communicated VM opportunities across the region to the regional President and HQ partners.
- Responsible for providing input and partnering with Finance to build, control, and maintain the budget for the department.
- Managed, coached, and developed your direct reports to achieve team, department, and Company objectives.
- Performed as a team player and participated in all activities contributing to the overall objectives of the department.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
B.A. Marketing
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Objective : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, analyze market trends and sales data to determine which products will sell best develop sales forecasts, and work with the buying team to decide on the quantity of products needed.
Skills : Merchandising Techniques, Supply Chain Management
Description :
- Contributed to and maintained a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Led by example and adhered to the companys policies and procedures.
- Maintained a high-level standard of customer service, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.
- Identified, built, and developed a regional team of in-store VM specialists to ensure they follow visual merchandising guidelines within their location and support business goal achievement.
- Assisted with placement or installation of point of sale, merchandising, and display activities in retail accounts.
- Followed company policies and procedures regarding product freshness and rotation.
- Monitored condition of POS (paper and permanent), and coordinated replacement with a sales rep.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
B.B.A. Business
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Headline : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, monitor and manage stock levels to ensure sufficient supply while avoiding overstocking and coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of products.
Skills : Data Analysis, Visual Merchandising, Sales Forecasting, Product Knowledge, Customer Relationship Management
Description :
- Followed all product handling procedures according to each retailers policy.
- Adhered to the route schedule to ensure proper coverage and service of assigned accounts.
- Constructed and maintained retail displays as instructed by the District Manager or Sales Rep.
- Delivered immediate need hot shot retail order requests.
- Adhered to company policies and laws (local, federal, and state) about product invoicing, signatures, and payment collection.
- Completed assigned training and development classes as assigned.
- Responsible for placing the products in highly visible places in the store to attract new consumers.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
Retail Management Cert.
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Objective : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, lead weekly trading meetings for assigned categories, providing insights and commercial analysis to drive trading opportunities throughout the season across products and channels.
Skills : Pricing Strategy, Order Management, Supply Chain Management, Trend Analysis
Description :
- Responsible for acting as a brand ambassador to create memorable experiences for potential customers.
- Emphasized the features of getting products and promoted new customers to the brand.
- Created new customer accounts by interacting with local owners of gas stations, convenience stores, smoke shops, and liquor stores.
- Collaborated with colleagues to keep up to date with the latest products.
- Developed relationships with new or existing customers or business partners.
- Engaged in cold calling, networking, and attending sales meetings.
- Worked with the Product Development Team to ensure collections were commercially balanced by category.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
M.S. Supply Chain
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Summary : As a Wholesale Merchandiser developed and presented comprehensive sales and buy plans by category, including attribute analysis and sales ranking for strategic decision-making.
Skills : Order Processing, Merchandise Planning, Merchandising Strategy, Quality Control
Description :
- Liaised with Factories to manage product flow and availability aligned with product launches and customer intake.
- Oversaw category WSSI (Weekly Sales, Stock, and Intake), ensuring it aligns with the overall financial WSSI.
- Oversaw Open to Buy management, reacting to trade conditions by initiating re-buys and actioning cancellations as necessary.
- Maintained line cards for all continuity styles, ensuring balanced sales-to-stock ratios to maximize future sales and providing forecasts for sales, intake, and stock in line with business requirements.
- Ensured critical paths were adhered to communicated to customers in an emotionally intelligent way.
- Ensured account managersdesigners correctly fulfill and are not over-promising and underdelivering on the commitments we make to our customers.
- Responsible for advising the Account Managers for booking deadlines based on customer sign-off dates.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
B.A. Business Admin.
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Summary : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, managed the planning and buying process across multiple product categories, identifying growth opportunities for future seasons while ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
Skills : Retail Math, Communication Skills, Vendor Relations, Stock Replenishment, E-commerce Strategies
Description :
- Responsible for ensuring customers are informed promptly of all updates and meeting when needed
- Responsible for setting the critical paths for all the customer orders and ensuring these are kept.
- Responsible for inputting data and Maintaining Critical Path Software.
- Responsible for chasing up samples and lab dips and creating cost sheets.
- Monitored weekly shipments from factories.
- Responsible for working with customers and liaising with overseas suppliers and factories.
- Responsible for placing orders with factories and managing and tracking them through to delivery.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Management
Education
Fashion Design Dip.
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Headline : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, responsible for managing the order process from start to finish, including placing orders with factories, tracking orders, and delivering them to customers.
Skills : Merchandising Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Order Management, Brand Management
Description :
- Liaised with offshore suppliers, factories, and customers, approving lab dips and negotiating lead times, and will be based in the head office of the fashion company.
- Supported the Commercial team who will liaise with customers for prices and FOB delivery details.
- Responsible for raising new orders internally and sending to overseas factories In country merchandisers
- Responsible for checking all details on customer contracts
- Responsible for liaising with factories in country merchandisers daily, on email phone with regards to approvalsrejections
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and optimal pricing strategies that enhanced overall profitability.
- Collaborated with the sales team to create compelling promotional materials that effectively showcased product features and benefits to potential buyers.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
B.S. Business Management
Wholesale Merchandiser Resume
Summary : As a Wholesale Merchandiser, manage the order process from the moment the sale is made, place the order with the factory, and manage the critical path through to final delivery.
Skills : Retail Math, Promotional Planning
Description :
- Responsible for sending sample submissions Lab dipsstrike-offs to customers.
- Responsible for coordination between the licensing department and QC department with sample approvals.
- Responsible for liaising with the logistics department to ensure goods are delivered on time.
- Responsible for liaising with the design department if any design issues and requesting high-resolution artwork to send to the factory.
- Responsible for checking label artwork, and giving approval to the factory.
- Responsible for identifying production issues and dealing with any problems that arise.
- Able to read test reports and send production pieces to the lab.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Senior
Education
E-commerce Cert.
