Urban Outfitters Senior Buying Admin Assistant
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Urban Outfitters started out as a single boutique in 1970s Philadelphia with creativity and uniqueness at its core. 50 years on, and over 60 stores across Europe, we’ve become a destination for emerging design, unexpected styling, one‑of‑a‑kind vintage and homeware that makes you want to hit the share button. We speak to a social community of over 10 million forward‑thinking individuals, bringing together a nostalgia for the past with an enthusiasm to shape the future. The UO community is culturally aware, they shape the music scene, they live a digitally native life 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 that’s truly authentic to them.
Values
* Progressive – we move with the mood
* Creative – we champion limitless minds
* Inclusive – we open our platforms to all communities
* Responsible – we work to reduce our impact on the environment
* Compassionate – we care for each other beyond the 9 to 5
Role Summary
The main objective of this role is to provide support to the buyer in all areas of the Women’s Accessories buying department. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, positive individual with strong self‑motivation, communication and interpersonal skills as well as a strong work ethic and passion for product.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Support the Junior Buyer across the full product lifecycle for Womenswear Bags and Small Goods.
* Manage critical paths, sample management, and supplier communication to ensure key dates and deliverables are met.
* Be the point of contact for day‑to‑day queries across your product area.
* Take ownership of the Small Goods category – driving efficiency, product knowledge and development opportunities.
* Participate in range building and trade analysis, identifying opportunities to drive category growth.
* Manage department systems, daily contact with stores, suppliers and warehouse to maintain sales performance and delivery procedures.
* Administration of order management; work closely with the DC, Supplier and Accounts team on all queries.
* Sample management including web shoots & press days; allocation and planning department collaboration.
* Manage fit sessions, detailed critical path management and preparation for Monday trade meetings.
* Provide inspiration packs regularly for the department and wider business.
What You’ll Need
* Experience in a BAA or Senior BAA role.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Highly organised, proactive and confident managing multiple priorities in a busy, fast‑paced buying office.
* Commercially aware with an eye for product and detail.
* Ready to take ownership and develop your area.
Benefits
Work‑life Balance
* Flexible start and finish times
* Bring your dog to work
Wellbeing
* Employee Assistance Program to support mental, physical and financial health
* Fully equipped free gym and on‑site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount on 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
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.
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