Anthropologie Buying Admin Assistant

Urban Outfitters, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Buying Assistant to support the Apparel Buying team in London. The role involves administrative tasks, order tracking, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Ideal candidates will have retail experience and a passion for the brand.

Benefits

Flexible start and finish times

Bring your dog to work

Employees Assistance program for wellbeing

Free gym and wellness room access

40% discount at all URBN Brands

One paid day for charity work

Cycle to work scheme

Structured support for continued learning

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail or a buying office.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Buyer and Assistant Buyer.
• Track orders and update delivery dates for accurate planning.
• Manage sample tracking for press days and photo shoots.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Trend awareness

Job description

About Us

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.

Role Summary

As a BAA, you will support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area; supporting the Apparel Buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both internal and external partners in the home office in both the US and the UK, as well as the UK store team.

What You'll Be Doing

· Provide administrative support to the Buyer and Assistant Buyer in all areas of the buying department· Track orders into the business through systems and regular contact with production, market suppliers and our DC to maintain delivery procedure· Update delivery dates to ensure accurate intake planning for the DC· Accurate updating and management of range plans, purchase orders and critical paths· Raising orders on the system and input all product sku information into MTS product tracking system· Processing of invoices to ensure drop ship and made to order suppliers get paid on time· Sample management: working with production to track samples for press days and photo shoots, and liaising with the other functions to ensure product is returned as requested· Preparing presentations for new seasonal range launches every Monday ahead of the weekly management trade meeting· First point of contact for stores, DC and customer services for buying related queries

What You'll Need

· Ability to multitask in our fast-paced buying office· A passion and enthusiasm for the Anthropologie brand and what we represent· Strong communication and organisational skills· A keen eye for emerging trends and brands· Previous experience in retail or a buying office

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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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.