Urban Outfitters Design Coordinator

Urban Outfitters; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Urban Outfitters in Philadelphia is seeking a detail-oriented Design Operations Coordinator to support the Design team through all stages of product development. You will maintain line sheets, color documents, tech packs, samples, and seasonal presentation materials while ensuring deadlines are met.

The role requires proactive communication, a strong interest in design operations, and a passion for the Urban Outfitters brand in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication across teams and external partners.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with initiative and ability to anticipate needs.
• Excellent time-management and adaptability to shifting timelines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design team throughout the seasonal product development process to keep projects organized and on schedule.
• Prepare and maintain key seasonal tools and documents, including line sheets, color docs, and presentation materials.
• Create and update style tech packs to ensure accuracy across the lifecycle.
• Organize samples and reference materials for reviews and milestone meetings.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Fabric, Print, and other teams to communicate updates and secure approvals.
• Assist with artwork, fabric, trims, washes, and dye development while meeting deadlines.
• Coordinate sample and package shipments to overseas vendors and partners as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Prioritization

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Tradestone

Google Workspace

Job description

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual to help support the Design team through all stages of the product development process. This position partners closely with Design and cross-functional teams to maintain accurate line sheets, color documents, tech packs, samples, and seasonal presentation materials while helping ensure key deadlines are met. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and an excellent communicator with a strong interest in Design Operations, a passion for the Urban Outfitters brand and customer, and an eagerness to learn within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the Design team throughout the seasonal product development process, helping keep projects organized, accurate, and on schedule.
• Prepare and maintain key seasonal tools and documents, including line sheets, color documents, style information, and presentation materials.
• Create and update style tech packs throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring information is accurate and current.
• Organize and maintain samples and reference materials for team reviews, fittings, and seasonal milestone meetings.
• Partner closely with Design, Product Development, Fabric, Print, and other cross-functional teams to communicate updates and support timely approvals.
• Assist with artwork, fabric, trim, wash, and dye development while helping ensure seasonal deadlines are met.
• Coordinate sample and package shipments to overseas vendors and cross-functional partners as needed.

Role Qualifications

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a willingness to take initiative, anticipate needs, and help keep the team organized.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to adapt quickly as priorities and timelines shift.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, including Google Sheets, Slides, Docs, and Drive; experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Tradestone, or similar product development tools is a plus.
• Interest in fashion, design operations, and the product development process, with an eagerness to learn about fabrics, trims, washes, dyes, and construction.
• Passion for the Urban Outfitters brand and customer, with a collaborative mindset, curiosity, and openness to feedback.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.