URBN Merchandise Control Analyst

Join to apply for the URBN Merchandise Control Analyst role at URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly) URBN UK Limited, part of the URBN Group, is a global retailer with its European Head Office in London. We operate in over 10 European countries with a strong e-commerce presence, driven by core values of community and purpose. Role Summary While each of our brands in Europe manages its own buying, merchandising, and selling, many functions are centralized within our Shared Services division, including Finance, IT, Logistics, and more. Due to growth in the UK and Europe, we are expanding our EU Finance team to support inventory processes previously managed in North America. The role is based at our London Head Office, with stakeholders across Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Control, Loss Prevention, and Tech. What You\’ll Be Doing Managing annual store stock counts, reconciliation, and reporting, coordinating with stores and PFC. Providing inventory reports and insights, including damages. Driving process improvements such as Return to Vendor (RTV). Supporting store processes like price reductions, cycle counts, and shrink write-offs. Resolving stock in transit issues and handling transfer, delivery, and RTV queries. Supporting PFC with issue resolution and system accuracy reporting. Ensuring accurate receipting of Dropship POs. Assisting with statutory audits and supporting Loss Prevention investigations. What You\’ll Need We value passion for building relationships and supporting the business. Essential skills include: Understanding of inventory processes from receipt to sale. Familiarity with Island Pacific inventory system. Proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, etc. Experience with financial systems like Oracle, Qlik, Alteryx, or Vertex is a plus. Excellent communication skills. Willingness to learn and develop operational and finance knowledge. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize. The Perks Flexible working hours, bring your dog to work. Wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance, gym, and private medical insurance. Up to 40% employee discount across URBN brands. One paid day for volunteering or fundraising. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan. Structured development and learning opportunities. Equal Opportunity Statement URBN is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. Employment decisions are based on merit, requirements, and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr