Urban Outfitters Branch Assistant Merchandiser

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? 

This role would suit a commercial individual who is analytical with a keen attention to detail.You 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 theallocation and replenishment process to minimise MD risk.

• →On a weekly basis analyze sales performance in your specific stores, with a particular focus on inv levels and taking appropriate action to help maximise sales
• →Planning weekly priority for focus stores and give guidance to planning teams
• →Providing the business with accurate and clear analysis for each territory, driving changes needed to evolve and improve reporting going forward
• →Focus on Divisional/Class/Product ‘exceptions’ at Territory level – ensuring we have appropriate reporting to support planners’ decision making
• →Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly review of the difference in trading between stores by class and division - Including producing reports and analysis
• →Provide Branch/territory lessons learnt on a quarterly basis – feed this into Product teams to affect appropriate change
• →Gain full understanding of allocation and replenishment tools to support and guide on opportunities to improve existing process
• →Oversee Retail events calendar, ensure localised events are planned for and reported on. Communicate with Buying and Planning functions
• →Regular branch visits 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
• →Attend weekly Retail trade calls as well as tb with RBMs
• →Collate lessons learnt on key trading events and store openings/closures
• →Gain understanding of key tasks covered by the Planning element of the function and provide support when necessary

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to organize and prioritise workload to meet deadlines, being flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain partnerships 
• Demonstrate logical analysis and positive problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze, 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

URBN 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.