Anthropologie Senior Buying Admin Assistant

URBN; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1992, Pennsylvania, USA, by current URBN chairman and president Dick Hayne, Anthropologie was named after his college major (with a decidedly French twist) Anthropologie, which now operates over 200 stores worldwide, has evolved into a leading one-of-a-kind destination for those seeking a curated mix of clothing, accessories, gifts and home décor to reflect their personal style. In 2009 the brand launched its first store in London and now has over 18 stores in the UK and Europe.

Role Summary

As a Senior BAA, you will support the daily operational functions within our Womenswear Accessories team. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both internal and external partners in the head office in both the US and the UK.

What You'll Be Doing

• Ownership over the department critical path.
• Provide administrative support to the buying team covering all classes issues/queries.
• Purchase order placement; accurately keying orders for UK market product.
• PO tracking and management; ensure PO's are delivered in a timely manner to support stock flow.
• Manage intake and liaise with external brands.
• Maintain all internal systems with accurate information updates.
• Assist with Monday Trade meeting preparation.
• Sample management; working with our vendor base to track samples for seasonal press days, passing samples for web photography, general sample organization, arranging for meetings and sign offs.
• Presentations and picture packs; preparing these for assortment reviews, quarterly hindsight meetings, monthly store communication and concession assortment planning. In addition, maintaining on-going assortment sheets for the Assistant Buyer.
• Keeping our pictorial system (MTS) up to date.
• Types and send fit comments, manage fit samples and appointments.
• Additional ad-hoc tasks.
• Carrying out comp shopping trips to develop and maintain knowledge of the current marketplace.
• Opportunity to take on creative areas of ownership once established in role with Assistant buyer guidance.
• Contribute creative ideas for the business, research and suggest new brands and trends relevant to the Anthropologie customer.
• Support and strive towards Diversity and Inclusion within the workplace aligning with company values.
• Consider and drive sustainability within decision making, sourcing and contributions to the wider business.

What You'll Need

• A passion and enthusiasm for the Anthropologie brand and what we represent.
• A love for fashion and an interest in the market at large.
• Ability to multitask in our fast-paced buying office.
• Flexible and open to change as we grow the business.
• Strong communication skills.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.

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.

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.