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Anthropologie Established Buyer - Bags, Accessories and Beauty

London Full-Time 32000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

At a Glance

Tasks: Join the buying team to curate bags, accessories, and beauty products for Anthropologie.
Company: Anthropologie is a unique retail brand offering curated clothing and home décor since 1992.
Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, gym access, employee discounts, and a supportive wellbeing programme.
Why this job: Be part of a creative team that champions sustainability and innovative product design.
Qualifications: Experience in buying or product development, strong communication skills, and a flair for creativity.
Other info: Opportunity for travel to the US and involvement in community volunteering.

The predicted salary is between 32000 - 50000 £ per year.

Anthropologie Established Buyer – Bags, Accessories and Beauty

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Anthropologie Established Buyer – Bags, Accessories and Beauty

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Founded in 1992, Pennsylvania, USA, by current URBN chairman and president Dick Hayne, Anthropologie was named after his college major (with a decidedly French twist) Anthropologie, which now operates over 200 stores worldwide, has evolved into a leading one-of-a-kind destination for those seeking a curated mix of clothing, accessories, gifts and home décor to reflect their personal style. In 2009 the brand launched its first store in London and now has over 18 stores in the UK and Europe .
Role Summary
An exciting opportunity to be part of the Anthropologie European buying team, working as the bags/soft accessories and beauty buyer reporting into buying manager on womenswear. We are looking for an established buyer who has creative flair to develop the strongest product offer, someone who always puts the customer first to deliver a balanced and exciting range. The ideal candidate will thrive from working in a fast paced environment and will be ambitious, self-motived and dynamic.
What You\’ll Be Doing

Working with our Bags, Accessories and Beauty team to manage class assortment and OTB, range plan, IMU goals and balance attributes.
Trade and react areas at pace while maintaining a consistent product offer.
Focused strategies across both long and short lead departments. Presenting to senior management.
Grow direct business and identify potential in the retail market.
Drive individual, departmental, and total business goals through seasonal initiatives
Range building from own brand product from the US while developing and sourcing the UK mix of product, working closely with vendors to create innovative product designs.
Actively source a diverse and inclusive product range.
Champion sustainability and work to drive growth in own classes alongside brand strategy.
Manage team to ensure smooth running of critical path – including retail strategies and marketing support.
Continued sales analysis and strategy implementation in partnership with planning to hit budget goals.
Awareness of trends, develop and source product and brands that are a great fit for Anthropologie.
Ability to react to changing demands of the market-place.
Preparing and presenting weekly sales meetings and assortment reviews.
Working on additional brand level tasks across the teams and functions to ensure the business objectives are followed from a product and delivery point of view.
Work closely with global partners to leverage all opportunities.
Represent the brand with integrity and authority, being a true brand ambassador for the business.
Travel to US based head office where required, along with EU travel

What You\’ll Need

Relevant buying/product development experience, ideally across accessories and a strong market awareness.
A strong communicator and team player with the ability to provide leadership, training and motivation to employees and peers
Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure.
A creative thinker with solid business acumen
An enthusiastic worker who is organised and flexible, while maintaining professionalism

The Perks

Work-life balance:
Flexible start and finish times
Bring your dog to work
Wellbeing:
Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health
Fully equipped free gym and on-site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount of external gym memberships
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Discount:
Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands
Community:
One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice
Travel:
Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan
Continued Development:
We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development

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Equal Opportunity Statement
URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries

Retail, Retail Apparel and Fashion, and Consumer Services

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