Data-Savvy Knits Private Label Buyer

Urban Outfitters; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Employee discounts

Retirement savings

Job summary

Urban Outfitters is seeking a trend-obsessed, data-fluent Buyer to lead our Private Label Knits business. Translate data, insights, and cultural trends into a compelling assortment balancing core essentials with fashion-forward pieces for our customer.

The role partners with Merchant, Planning, and Design to drive a relevant collection, strong commercial results, and continuous category evolution. 3 years buying experience preferred and a degree in fashion/merchandising.

Qualifications

• Fashion or merchandising degree or equivalent experience desired.
• 3 years of experience in a buying role is preferred.
• Demographic knowledge: understanding of the target customer and selecting appropriate products/trends.
• Analytical understanding: comfort with statistics (IMU%, MD%, GM%, selloff, WOS, OTB).
• Communication: positive, professional, timely with teams, vendors, and suppliers.
• Time management: proactively plans to deliver priorities and meet deadlines.
• Detail orientation: focus on small details to ensure high-quality work.
• Ownership: take responsibility for outcomes and decisions.
• Inclusivity: commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building a balanced, brand-appropriate assortment by analyzing customer feedback and market trends.
• Support development of core business categories while incorporating fashion newness and test silhouettes.
• Maintain mix of private label and branded products across categories.
• Contribute to monthly shop planning and seasonal line reviews.
• Stay informed on fashion trends, styles, and cultural shifts through publications and shows.
• Provide input on product selection with strong sense of style and customer relevance.
• Monitor competitive landscape and identify trends to support assortment decisions.
• Collaborate with Design to develop relevant, fashion-forward styles.
• Assist in applying trend insights to product development and web expansion opportunities.
• Partner with Production to balance quality, lead times, and price/value.
• Communicate professionally with vendors to support development and delivery timelines.
• Assist in negotiating pricing, delivery, and terms under Buyer guidance.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers and brands to enhance product mix.
• Support Open to Buy management by maintaining flow sheets and item plans.
• Monitor business performance and assist in reorders, cancellations, and markdowns.
• Understand seasonality and contribute to inventory planning and profitability strategies.
• Analyze sales velocity, returns, markdowns, and customer behavior to inform buying decisions.
• Participate in in-season and post-season reviews to evaluate performance and opportunities.
• Use data to support product recommendations and assortment adjustments.

Skills

Data fluency

Trend analysis

Vendor communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Merchandising

Education

Fashion or merchandising degree

Job description

Urban Outfitters is seeking a trend-obsessed, data-fluent Buyer to lead our Private Label Knits business. Translate data, insights, and cultural trends into a compelling assortment balancing core essentials with fashion-forward pieces for our customer.

The role partners with Merchant, Planning, and Design to drive a relevant collection, strong commercial results, and continuous category evolution. 3 years buying experience preferred and a degree in fashion/merchandising.