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Anthropologie Merchandise Assistant - Accessories
Company | URBN Outfitters, Inc. |
Address | , Philadelphia, 19112, Pa |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Expires | 2023-07-12 |
Posted at | 1 year ago |
Title
Merchandise Assistant
Reports to
Buyer
Supervises
N/A
Overview
As a Merchandise Assistant (MA), you will support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area; support the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both the market and internal partners: distribution center, design, and production. The MA is also responsible for partnering with the Buyer and/or Associate Buyer on all necessary tasks.
Responsibilities
Samples
- Work with Buyer and/or Associate Buyer to request appropriate number of samples for web turnover, press previews, and other meetings
- Open all packages and distribute to the appropriate Buyer for review
- Call in any missing samples from vendors or request from production via sample log
- Organize all sample areas (our area, desk, shelves, etc.)
- Manage and set up samples for all styleouts and other meetings
- Organize and file all vendor catalogs.
Mail / Email
- Open all mail and distribute to the appropriate Assistant Buyer for review
- Drop inter office mail off in mailroom
- Check all mailboxes and distribute mail twice daily
- Answer all emails promptly and in an organized fashion
Visual Merchandising
- Manage and maintain picture packs
- Take pictures of styleouts
- Take digital photos of all items
Web Velocity/Turnover
- Print department’s classes on the combined web velocity for the Buyer and Associate Buyer
- Pass all samples to the Product Coordination team with completed tags and Product Information sheets weekly
Vendor Communication
- After opening unsolicited samples, contact vendors with feedback
- Set up new vendors as needed
- Answer various inquiries, especially shipping related
Attribute Management
- Make all necessary attribute changes and confirm everything is coded correctly
- Run reports every Monday morning for Buyer and Associate Buyer
Calendar
- Review the Buyer’s calendar weekly and prepare for upcoming meetings
- Add meetings to the Buyer’s calendar and book rooms when appropriate
Qualifications
- Detail Oriented Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with sense of urgency
- Must exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks.
- 1-2 Years retail experience or internship.
- Must demonstrate creative thinking.
- An understanding of the customer's wants and needs and the ability to identify the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectations.
- Rudimentary understanding of retail math
Job Skills
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Travel
No Travel Required
Urban Outfitters, Inc. 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, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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.
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