Anthropologie Merchandise Assistant - Furniture

Anthropologie•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Anthropologie is looking for a Merchandise Assistant (MA) to support the daily operational functions within a designated buying area. This role involves supporting the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow and developing cross-functional relationships with market and internal partners, including the distribution center, design, and production teams. The MA will partner with the Senior Buyer and/or Associate Buyer on all necessary tasks.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with a sense of urgency.
An understanding of the customer's wants and needs and the ability to identify the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectations.
Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks.
Must demonstrate creative thinking.
Rudimentary understanding of retail math.
1-2 Years retail experience or internship.

Responsibilities

Manage web photo sample request process.
Support product development process through sample management.
Request presentation samples of all items on order (for PR, web photo, meetings) and ensure they are timely, organized, prioritized, and present upon request. Address availability issues proactively or immediately.
Responsible for all tracking, shipping, and receiving, including returning samples to vendors in a timely manner.
Accurately and efficiently communicate changes/updates to cross-functional teams and critical partners.
Balance and understand priorities for sample needs.
Conduct weekly web audits to ensure all styles and colors are activated, identify issues/errors, read customer reviews, and report findings in the internal Monday morning meeting.
Become an expert in the product assortment and a source of information for the team on product launches and sample locations.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Demonstrate attention to detail and follow-through on projects to completion.
Ability to multi-task, organize, and problem-solve.
Manage meeting requests, and provide agendas/recaps.
Develop well-thought-out comments and opinions using both POV and data to contribute to business meetings (product reviews, customer feedback, etc.).
Suggest opportunities for process improvement, greater organization, or efficiency.
Display the ability to find work and offer help to teammates during downtime or crunch time.
Remain flexible as team priorities shift.