Inbound Analyst – Buying Operations

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

. Manage the full inbound purchase order pipeline and maintain visibility into risks across open orders .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong operational management capabilities, including tracking and reconciling purchase orders, managing delivery risks, and maintaining accurate records. Proficient in cross-functional communication and problem-solving within fast-paced supply chain environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Operations ManagementSupply Chain ExperienceMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCross-Functional CommunicationProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchase Order ManagementReceipt ReconciliationDelivery Risk MonitoringData ReportingSLA Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationHighly OrganizedAttention to DetailProactive MindsetAbility to Manage Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsTracking Systems

Industry Keywords

Global SourcingProduction ProcessesImport ProcessesFreight Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full inbound purchase order pipeline and maintain visibility into risks across open orders
Track and reconcile purchase order receipts against expected delivery windows
Monitor and resolve delivery risks and exceptions, including origin delays and port disruptions
Partner with logistics, sourcing teams, distribution centers, carriers, vendors, and buying/planning teams to resolve receipt issues
Escalate late-delivery concerns to leadership with cause and expected impact
Drive resolution of purchase orders outside standard SLA windows
Maintain accurate receipt records, reporting, and status logs across relevant systems
Monitor receipt status against the marketing email calendar to identify at-risk styles
Communicate late or at-risk styles to marketing, creative, and email teams
Serve as liaison between Marketing, Merchandising, and Buying on receipt timing
Review late receipts and buyer priorities to determine which at-risk styles to prioritize
Help Marketing secure target order dates for social media influencers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience; operations background preferred
1–3 years of experience in operations or supply chain
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with AI tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to convey time-sensitive information across cross-functional teams
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple trackers and deadlines simultaneously
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, ownership-oriented mindset
Familiarity with global sourcing, production, or import/freight processes is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Generous employee discounts
Retirement savings
Anti-harassment training for managers and employees