Urban Outfitters Divisional Merchandise Manager - Beauty

Urban Outfitters • Philadelphia, PA

10d

About The Position

The Urban Outfitters DMM is responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of the divisional merchandising strategy, ensuring the delivery of a customer - centric product assortment that is compelling, profitable, and aligned with brand values. This role collaborate s with brand partners to identify and drive year - over - year growth opportunities through new concepts, while also managing the core branded business. The role supports the Urban Outfitters Beauty business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in merchandising, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role within the beauty industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in inventory management and sales analysis tools
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Deep understanding of fashion trends and consumer behavior
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Clearly and confidently express ideas, needs, and boundaries in a respectful manner. Persuade and motivate others to support ideas, initiatives, or changes.
• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement merchandising strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives. Partner with GMM on ownership of the Long Range Plan (LRP) for the Beauty business.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team that consistently meets or exceeds business targets and individuals that are ready and able to move into positions of greater responsibility. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture.
• Product Assortment: Oversee the selection, assortment, and cohesion of products, ensuring they meet customer needs and reflect current beauty trends.
• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors. Negotiate terms, pricing, and exclusivity agreements to support business objectives.
• Sales Analysis & Growth: Monitor sales performance and analyze data to identify creative opportunities for growth and improvement. Adjust strategies based on market trends and customer feedback. Lead online expansion and testing opportunities by suggesting category extensions and web exclusives to drive growth.
• Inventory Management: Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock. Collaborate with the planning team to manage the Open to Buy (OTB) plan.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, creative merchandising and finance, to ensure cohesive execution of merchandising strategies.
• Research: Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior to inform merchandising decisions. Stay updated on fashion trends and styles, contributing to product selection with a strong sense of style and good taste. Monitor fashion shows, industry publications, and social media to identify emerging trends and understand cultural and societal shifts influencing beauty.
• Performance Ownership: Develop and manage the division's budget, ensuring financial targets are met. Generate regular reports on sales performance, inventory levels, and market trends. Effectively present key information to top leaders.

Benefits

• URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more!
• For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees