Urban Outfitters started out as a single boutique in 1970s Philadelphia with creativity and uniqueness at its core. 50 years on, and over 60 stores across Europe later, we’ve become a destination for emerging design, unexpected styling, One-Of-A-Kind vintage and homeware that makes you want to hit the share button.
We speak to a social community of over 10 million forward-thinking individuals, bringing together a nostalgia for the past with an enthusiasm to shape the future. The UO community are culturally aware, they shape the music scene, they live a digitally native life and they wear style trends before anyone else. At our core, we empower our customers and staff to express themselves, unapologetically, living life in a way that's truly authentic to them.
We are always excited to bring new talent into the room, especially if you share our values:
Progressive — we move with the mood
Creative — we champion limitless minds
Inclusive — we open our platforms to all communities
Responsible — we work to reduce our impact on the environment
Compassionate — we care for each other beyond the 9 to 5
Sound like you, why not join us?
Role SummaryYou will be responsible for supporting the Branch Merchandising function to drive the brand strategy for each territory. Managing stock levels in stores within planned requirements vs. capacities, ensuring cover targets are maintained and optimising FP Sell-through by closely managing the allocation and replenishment process to minimise MD risk.
This role would suit a commercial individual who is analytical with a keen attention to detail.
What You'll Be Doing Analysing performance in all stores with a particular focus on high density and top 20 stores on a weekly basis- identify trends, risks and opportunities.Be the main point of contact for some specific districts, with regular meetings and store visits to support this. This includes visits to mainland Europe. Share finding and analysis with wider business. Gain full understanding of the events calendar to support planning within this region.Be able to contribute to financial planning and forecasting by store, supported by senior planner.Planning weekly priority for allocations, giving guidance to core planning teams.Support senior planner with Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly trading reporting.Gain full understanding of allocation and replenishment tools to support and guide on opportunities to improve existing processGain an understanding of the space planning process and collate information fromstores at set times of year to improve density planning process.Consolidate weekly Retail feedback and share with the Product teams – communicating clear actions.Regular branch visits and zoom walk throughs to review opportunities to help
maximize sales in stores and providing feedback for the planning and buying teams with clear actions.Identify stock consolidation opportunities both in season and at season close. Ensure
stock is optimized across locations to maximise FP sell through.Identify high MD risk stores and ensure stock levels are closely managed.Support senior merchandiser on new store opening planning pre-opening and trading
post-opening. What You'll Need Experience at Assistant Merchandiser level is essential, ideally with experience in Branch Merchandising.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.Strong understanding of Retail systems is preferable.Ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines, being flexible and
adaptable to changing priorities.Strong communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain partnershipsDemonstrate logical analysis and positive problem-solving skills.Ability to analyse, present and communicate information in a manner that allows
informed decision-making.Ability to understand financial measurements and how to impact them.Finding opportunities to achieve profit, using trading mentality to support and develop product areas. The Perks
Work-life balance:
-Flexible start and finish times
-Bring your dog to work
Wellbeing:
-Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health
-Fully equipped free gym and on-site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount of external gym memberships
-Private Medical Insurance
Employee Discount:
-Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands!
Community:
-One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice
Travel:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
Continued Development:
-We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development
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Equal Opportunity StatementURBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs. Options ApplyApplyShareSubmit a ReferralRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Not finding the perfect fit?
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