Founded in 1992, Pennsylvania, USA, by current URBN chairman and president Dick Hayne, Anthropologie was named after his college major (with a decidedly French twist) Anthropologie, which now operates over 200 stores worldwide, has evolved into a leading one-of-a-kind destination for those seeking a curated mix of clothing, accessories, gifts and home décor to reflect their personal style. In 2009 the brand launched its first store in London and now has over 18 stores in the UK and Europe.
An exciting opportunity to be part of the Anthropologie European buying team, working as the bags/soft accessories and beauty buyer reporting into buying manager on womenswear. We are looking for an established buyer who has creative flair to develop the strongest product offer, someone who always puts the customer first to deliver a balanced and exciting range. The ideal candidate will thrive from working in a fast paced environment and will be ambitious, self-motived and dynamic.
• Manage class assortment and OTB, range plan, IMU goals and balance attributes. Can we say something about Bags experience.
• Trade and react areas at pace while maintaining a consistent product offer.
• Focused strategies across both long and short lead departments. Presenting to senior management.
• Grow direct business and identify potential in the retail market.
• Drive individual, departmental, and total business goals through seasonal initiatives
• Range building from own brand product from the US while developing and sourcing the UK mix of product, working closely with vendors to create innovative product designs.
• Actively source a diverse and inclusive product range.
• Champion sustainability and work to drive growth in own classes alongside brand strategy.
• Manage team to ensure smooth running of critical path - including retail strategies and marketing support.
• Continued sales analysis and strategy implementation in partnership with planning to hit budget goals.
• Awareness of trends, develop and source product and brands that are a great fit for Anthropologie.
• Ability to react to changing demands of the market-place.
• Preparing and presenting weekly sales meetings and assortment reviews.
• Working on additional brand level tasks across the teams and functions to ensure the business objectives are followed from a product and delivery point of view.
• Work closely with global partners to leverage all opportunities.
• Represent the brand with integrity and authority, being a true brand ambassador for the business.
• Travel to US based head office where required, along with EU travel
• Relevant buying/product development experience, ideally across accessories and a strong market awareness. Ideally, you will have experience working within Bags.
• A strong communicator and team player with the ability to provide leadership, training and motivation to employees and peers
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure.
• A creative thinker with solid business acumen
• An enthusiastic worker who is organised and flexible, while maintaining professionalism
-Flexible start and finish times
-Bring your dog to work
-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
-Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands
-One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice
-Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan
-We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development
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