Urban Outfitters Buyer - Men's Knits

Urban Outfitters•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Urban Outfitters is looking for a trend-obsessed, data-fluent Buyer to lead our Private Label Knits business. This person knows how to translate data, market insights, and cultural trends into a compelling assortment that balances core essentials with the fashion-forward, must-have pieces our customer wants in their closet. They are a strong cross-functional partner who works seamlessly with Merchant, Planning, and Design to build a collection that feels highly relevant to the UO customer while delivering strong commercial results. They bring a sharp eye for product, a deep understanding of trend and customer, and proven expertise in product development and vendor communication. With a strong point of view on product and a pulse on what’s next, they will drive the category forward by identifying new opportunities, evolving the assortment, and building a business that continues to resonate with the UO customer.

Requirements

Fashion or merchandising degree or equivalent experience desired.
3 years of experience in a buying role is preferred.
Demonstrate an understanding of the target customer and the ability to select the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectations.
Comfort with use of statistical components of the business (IMU%, MD%, GM%, selloff, WOS, etc.) and the OTB.
Positive, professional, and timely communication with teams, supporting departments, vendors, and suppliers.
Proactively plans and controls time to efficiently deliver team priorities and meet deadlines.
Focus on and manage the small details of a task or project to consistently produce high-quality work.
Take responsibility for the outcomes of your work and the decisions that lead to those outcomes. Hold yourself accountable.
Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Responsibilities

Assist in building a balanced and brand-appropriate assortment by analyzing customer feedback and market trends.
Support the development of core business categories while incorporating fashion newness and test silhouettes.
Help maintain the appropriate mix of private label and branded products across categories.
Contribute to monthly shop planning and seasonal line reviews.
Stay informed on fashion trends, styles, and cultural shifts through industry publications, fashion shows, and social media.
Provide input on product selection with a strong sense of style and customer relevance.
Monitor competitive landscape and identify emerging trends to support assortment decisions.
Support research of new products, suppliers, and vendors to expand the assortment.
Collaborate with the Design team to develop relevant and fashion-forward styles.
Assist in applying trend insights to product development, including web expansion opportunities.
Partner with Production to help balance quality, lead times, and price/value.
Communicate professionally with vendors to support product development and delivery timelines.
Assist in negotiating pricing, delivery, and terms under the guidance of the Buyer.
Help identify and onboard new suppliers and brands to enhance the product mix.
Support Open to Buy (OTB) management by maintaining flow sheets and item plans.
Monitor business performance and assist in executing reorders, cancellations, and markdowns.
Understand seasonality and contribute to inventory planning and profitability strategies.
Analyze sales velocity, returns, markdowns, and customer behavior to inform buying decisions.
Participate in in-season and post-season hindsight reviews to evaluate performance and identify opportunities.
Use data to support product recommendations and assortment adjustments.
Work cross-functionally with Planning, Design, and Production teams to ensure alignment on product and business goals.
Communicate clearly and professionally across teams and with external partners.