Apparel And Merchandise Coordinator

Apparel and Merchandise Coordinator Role

We are looking for a passionate and talented Apparel and Merchandise Coordinator to join our team. Reporting into the Marketing Manager, this role works collaboratively across the B2B and E-Commerce team to deliver quality, unique and trending merchandise to our customers and retail partners. 
 

About the role

As our Apparel and Merchandise Coordinator you will:

• Work closely with the Marketing Manager on ‘gift with purchase’ and apparel development including design conceptualisation. 
• Report weekly on Apparel and Merchandise movements as well as bring new ideas to further improve the EHPlabs Apparel and Merchandise line. 
• Overseeing the NPD calendar and coordinating ‘gift with purchase’ and/or merchandise to assist with new product launches (where applicable and needed). 
• Work closely with our creative designers on the look and feel of all ‘gift with purchase’ and Merchandise. 
• Building strong relationships with existing suppliers in Australia and overseas as well as new suppliers. 
• You must be able to negotiate cost and pricing with suppliers and manufacturers in order to hit the targeted margins provided. 
• Reviewing and providing feedback on all merchandise and ‘gift with purchase’ items in the sampling stage and pre-production stage. 
• You must have fantastic attention to detail skills in order ensure the quality of all Apparel and Merchandise items are of high quality and low cost. 
• Quality control and problem solving skills are essential for this role. 
• Working with the fulfilment team on all inbounding and shipping details to ensure smooth sailings once the items leave the manufacturers. 
• Willingness to launch and streamline new and existing procedures and systems.

About you

• Hands-on experience dealing directly with offshore production factories.
• Extensive problem solving skills are essential. 
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role, preferably within the fitness industry.
• Sound knowledge of the fashion and fabric industry.
• Sound understanding of graphic design, colours, fabrics, trim and fit.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across different teams.
• Ability to build key working relationships and strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent computer skills including Adobe Creative (Illustrator and In-Design is ideal however not essential).
• Proficient to intermediate skills in Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal to team members at all levels.
• Highly organised, detailed and focused approach to work and deadlines.

About EHP Holdings

At EHP Holdings we are about leading health and fitness through our ethos of ‘we rise by lifting others’. Our prefix 'EHP' stands for 'Empowered Human Potential' as we believe in empowering our community with the tools and vital information to make better-informed decisions leading to healthier, happier lifestyles.

Since our launch in 2012, we are proud to have positively impacted millions of people's lives through our industry-leading fitness supplements as well as our high-impact marketing through digital channels.

We are a team of passionate people who strive for continuous and never-ending improvement. To learn more about us (and meet our office dog Max), please visit our website: http://ehpholdings.com 

Benefits of working for EHP Holdings

• Corporate Gym Membership
• Fun, supportive family culture
• Competitive salary
• Discounted supplements and protein bars
• Did we mention office dogs? 

Note: To be considered for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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