Urban Outfitters Branch Assistant Merchandiser

Urban Outfitters Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Bring your dog to work

On-site gym

Private medical insurance

Employee discount

Volunteer day

Cycle to work

Development opportunities

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Urban Outfitters Europe is seeking a commercially minded Analyst to support the Branch Merchandising function and drive the brand strategy across stores. You will manage stock levels against planned requirements, optimise sell-through, and minimise MD risk through effective allocation and replenishment.

You will analyze weekly sales, plan focus stores, and provide actionable insights to planning teams. Regularly you will report findings to support decision-making and drive efficiency across the

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to organize and prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Demonstrate logical analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of how to analyze financial measurements and impact them.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weekly sales performance for stores, focusing on stock levels and actions to maximise sales.
• Plan weekly focus for key stores and guide planning teams.
• Provide clear reports for each territory to drive reporting improvements.
• Focus on exceptions at territory level to support planners’ decisions.
• Review trading differences between stores by class and division; produce reports.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Financial literacy

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Excel

Job description

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, especiallyifyoushare 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 ?

Role Summary

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.

What You'll Be Doing

• 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

What You'll Need

• 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

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

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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.