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Merchandise Assistant – Packaged Food
URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly). Support the daily operational functions within the designated buying area .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.
Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills while managing merchandise flow and supporting product development. Exhibits attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced retail environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Retail ExperienceCommunication SkillsSample ManagementCreative ThinkingRetail Math
ATS Keywords
Tailor your resumeApplicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills
SKU TrackingWeb Turnover ManagementSample Request ManagementDigital Photography MaintenanceBusiness Analysis Reporting
Soft Skills
Detail OrientedInterpersonal SkillsAbility to PrioritizeCreative ThinkingSense of Urgency
Tools & Technologies
OTB ReportingVelocity ReportsAttribute ReportsColor Projections
Industry Keywords
Merchandise FlowCross-Functional RelationshipsVendor ManagementProduct DevelopmentWeb Audits
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the daily operational functions within the designated buying area
- Support the buying team in managing overall merchandise flow
- Develop cross-functional relationships with market and internal partners, including distribution center, design, and production
- Partner with the Buyer and/or Associate Buyer on necessary tasks
- Own web turnover and product information
- Manage sample requests and SKU tracking, including web photo samples and creative, visual, and marketing requests
- Maintain digital photographs of items on order and in development
- Support product development through sample management
- Track shipping and receiving and return samples to vendors
- Communicate changes and updates to cross-functional teams and partners
- Conduct weekly web audits for style and color activation, errors, and customer reviews
- Build positive relationships with current vendors
- Manage sample inquiry communication
- Prepare samples, picture packs, reports, and documentation for weekly business analysis using OTB, velocity, attribute reports, and color projections
- Provide requested information promptly, keep partners informed, and anticipate needs and questions
Requirements
What you’ll need- Must exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail oriented; ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with a sense of urgency
- Understanding of the customer's wants and needs and ability to identify appropriate products/trends
- Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks
- Must demonstrate creative thinking
- Rudimentary understanding of retail math
- 1-2 years of retail experience or internship
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