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<div class="container-fluid iCIMSJobsTable"><div class="row"><div class="col-xs-12 title"><div id="iCIMSHeader" tabindex="-1"><h1 class="iCIMSHeader axiom0-0 axiom-scraped-0">Urban Outfitters Merchandising Admin Assistant - Future Opportunities</h1></div></div><div class="col-xs-6 header left"><span class="sr-only field-label">Location</span><span class=" axiom1-0 axiom-scraped-1">UK-London</span></div><div class="col-xs-6 header right"><span class="sr-only field-label">Job ID</span><span>2024-6291</span></div><div class="col-xs-12 additionalFields"><dl class="iCIMSJobHeaderGroup"><div class="iCIMSJobHeaderTag"><dt class="iCIMSJobHeaderField">Job Family</dt><dd class="iCIMSJobHeaderData"><span>Merchandising</span></dd></div><div class="iCIMSJobHeaderTag"><dt class="iCIMSJobHeaderField">Employee Type</dt><dd class="iCIMSJobHeaderData"><span>Temporary</span></dd></div><div class="iCIMSJobHeaderTag"><dt class="iCIMSJobHeaderField">Position Type</dt><dd class="iCIMSJobHeaderData"><span>Full-Time</span></dd></div></dl></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">About Us</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Urban Outfitters started out as a single boutique in 1970s Philadelphia with creativity and uniqueness at its core. 50 years on, and </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">over 60</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> stores across Europe later, </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">we’ve</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> become a destination for emerging design, unexpected styling, One-Of-A-Kind </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">vintage</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> and homeware that makes you want to hit the share button. </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">We speak to a social community of over 10 million forward-thinking individuals, bringing together </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent;">a nostalgia for the past</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> with an enthusiasm to shape the future. The UO community are culturally aware, they shape the music scene, they live a digitally native </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent;">life</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> 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 </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">that's</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> truly authentic to them.</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">We are always excited to bring new talent into the room, especially if you share our values:</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Progressive — we move with the mood</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: WordVisiCarriageReturnMSFontService, Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Creative — we champion limitless minds</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: WordVisiCarriageReturnMSFontService, Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Inclusive — we open our platforms to all communities</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: WordVisiCarriageReturnMSFontService, Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Responsible — we work to reduce our impact on the environment</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: WordVisiCarriageReturnMSFontService, Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Compassionate — we care for each other beyond the 9 to 5</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> </span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-contrast="auto"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Sound like you, why not join us</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">?</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, CalibriEmbeddedFont, CalibriMSCustomFont, CalibriMSFontService, sans-serif;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">Role Summary</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>This listing is for future opportunities on our Merch team. If you're passionate about product, culture, and creativity, apply here to register your interest. When a role opens up that feels like the right match, we’ll be in touch!</strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Our Merchandise teams work alongside Buying to plan, deliver and trade our product ranges. By reviewing previous seasons’ best-sellers, keeping an eye on new reactions and constantly reviewing our sales forecasts, it’s our Planning teams that make sure we have the right styles in at the right time - and in the right amount.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">As a MAA, you’ll play a key role in this – using analysis to help decide which markets receive each style and making sure stores receive the right level of replenishment. You’ll also run reports to help the team spot new sales trends – or perhaps an area that might benefit from some promotional activity – while at the same time liaising with our suppliers to arrange their deliveries into our fulfilment centre.</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">As you progress, you’ll have the opportunity to support your team with other insight – whether that’s analyzing geographical performance, reviewing a product trial on our website or keeping an eye on what sizes our styles are selling in.</p><p style="margin: 0px;">The retail world is changing fast – it’s an exciting time to get involved.</p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">What You'll Be Doing</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Maximizing sales:</strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Accurately allocate new styles and replenishment to our global websites and retail stores</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Review and update allocation quantities based on performance and market profile</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Ensure new stores receive an optimum range</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Manage your department’s in-bound stock into our DC, working with suppliers to ensure they deliver on time and in the right amounts</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Work with the BAA to hold regular delivery schedule meetings, making sure everything’s on track</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Supporting the team:</strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Provide accurate reporting on store, style and territory performance – daily, weekly and at key points throughout each season.</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Work with the BAA to keep our order and reporting systems accurate and up-to-date</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Support your Merchandiser and Assistant Merchandiser with ad-hoc admin as required</p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">What You'll Need</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px;">· First-rate organisational skills</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Confidence using Microsoft Office, especially Excel & Outlook</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Know-how with numbers</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· A logical approach and a flair for problem solving</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· An ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· A flexible style and adaptability to changing priorities</p><p style="margin: 0px;">· Great communication skills – both over email and face-to-face</p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">The Perks</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px;">Work-life balance:<br>-Flexible start and finish times</p><p style="margin: 0px;">-Bring your dog to work</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Wellbeing:<br>-Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health</p><p style="margin: 0px;">-Fully equipped free gym and on-site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount of external gym memberships</p><p style="margin: 0px;">-Private Medical Insurance</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Employee Discount:<br>-Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People and more!)</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Community:<br>-One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Travel:<br>-Cycle to work scheme</p><p style="margin: 0px;">- Season ticket loan</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;">Continued Development:<br>-We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development</p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: #ffffff;">#LI-GC1</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: #ffffff;">#UrbanEU</span></p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">Equal Opportunity Statement</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="font-size:13px;font-family:verdana">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. 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