Anthropologie Temporary Merchandise Assistant - Food

About the role

Anthropologie is looking for a Temp Merchandise Assistant (MA) to support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area and assist the buying team in managing overall merchandise flow. You will develop key cross‑functional relationships with market and internal partners (distribution center, design, production) and partner with the Buyer and/or Associate Buyer on all necessary tasks.

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
• Balance and understand priorities for sample needs
• Conduct weekly web audit to ensure all styles and colors are activated, identify issues/errors, read customer reviews and report back to the team in the internal Monday morning meeting
• Build positive relationships with the current vendor base
• Own sample inquiry communication
• Participate in weekly business analysis by preparing samples, picture packs, reports and other documentation using OTB, velocity, attribute reports and color projections for all business needs, and contribute to the pre‑Monday meeting
• Consistently provide all relevant and requested information in a timely manner, keep partners informed and anticipate needs/questions

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail‑oriented, able to work in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency
• Understanding of customer wants and needs; ability to identify appropriate product/trend that appeals to customers and meets expectations
• Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks
• Demonstrated creative thinking
• Rudimentary understanding of retail math
• 1‑2 years of retail experience or an internship

Benefits

Availability and eligibility for specific benefits may vary by location and employment status.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Generous employee discounts
• Retirement savings

For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits