Anthropologie Temporary Merchandise Assistant - Functional Décor

Anthropologie•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Anthropologie is looking for a Temporary Merchandise Assistant (MA), who will support the daily operational functions within the Functional Décor buying team; specifically managing the overall merchandise flow. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both the market and internal partners: distribution center, design, and production. The MA is also responsible for partnering with the Buyer and/or Assistant Buyer on all necessary tasks.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Detail Oriented
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with 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
Proficient in Excel, Power Point, and digital fluency to lean new programs
Prioritize workload, ability to multi-task, organize and problem-solve
Attention to detail and follow-through projects to completion
1-2 Years retail experience or internship

Responsibilities

Own web turnover and product information
Manage all sample requests and SKU tracking: web photo samples, creative, visual & marketing requests
Maintain digital photographs of items on order and in development for all systems needs
Support product development process through sample management
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
Ability to balance/understand priorities for sample needs
Conduct weekly web audit to ensure all styles and colors are activated, look for issues/ errors, read customer reviews and report back to team
Build positive relationships with current vendor base
Own sample inquiry communication
Participate in business analysis on a weekly basis by preparing samples, picture pack, reports and other documentation using OTB, velocity, and attribute report and color projections for all business needs and contributing/participating to the pre-Monday meeting
Consistently provides all relevant and requested information in a timely manner, keeps partners informed and anticipates needs/ questions