Urban Outfitters Senior Assistant Branch 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 the allocation and replenishment process to minimise MD risk.

• Analysing performance in all stores with a particular focus on high density and top 15 stores on a weekly basis- identify trends, risks and opportunities
• 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
• Consolidate weekly Retail feedback and share with the Product teams – communicating clear actions.
• Regular branch visits to review opportunities to help maximize sales in stores and providing feedback for the planning and buying teams with clear actions
• Manage Retail Events in Season – communicate with relevant teams in a timely manner and feedback on successes and learnings
• 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 call as well as tb with DMs.
• 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
• Work with Branch Planner to ensure Branch Planning and Branch Merchandising are aligned

• Experience at Assistant Branch Planner level is desirable
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of Retail systems is preferable
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, with a 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

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• 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  

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.