Urban Outfitters - Merchant/Buyer - Munich, Germany (PT 3 days per week)

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? 

Urban Outfitters are seeking a trend and commercial insights buyer/analsyst/researcher based in Munich to identify and analyse emerging trends in apparel, accessories, home and beauty.

Working closely with our UK based buying teams, you will provide real time insights into local consumer behaviours, cultural shifts and competitive landscapes to help shape the product development and strategic decision making.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

• Trend and Market Research. Monitor and report on emerging trends, consumer preferences and lifestyle shifts with Germany

• Visit key retail destinations, and cultural hubs to gather qualitative and quantitative insights
• Identify Innovative brands, designers, and new retail concepts influencing the market
• Analyse local social media, influencers and pop culture to track trend adoption and evolution
• Provide competitor benchmarking including pricing, product and merchandising strategies

REPORTING & COLLABORATION

• Create concise and visually engaging reports and presentations for UK teams
• Provide actionable recommendations to guide seasonal allocations and product development
• Work closely with UK buying, design and marketing teams to localise trends where necessary
• Share insights in regular virtual meetings and regular I person presentations

• Experience in trend forecasting /market research or buying or design within the fashion retail sector
• Market Knowledge – dep understanding of consumer behaviour, cultural trends and the retail landscape in Germany
• Analytical skills – ability to interpret data, spot patterns and translate insights into clear recommendations
• Communication – strong written and verbal communication skills in the local language and English
• Tech Savvy Proficient in Microsoft office, trend analysis tools and visual presentation
• Flexibility – willingness to travel domestically and to the UK

·      Work-life balance: Flexible start and finish times, bring your dog to work.
·      Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program, free gym, private medical insurance.
·      Employee Discount: Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands.
·      Community: One paid day to volunteer or fundraise for a charity.
·      Travel: Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan.
·      Continued Development: Structured support and ongoing learning          opportunities.

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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.