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Collaborate with buyers to exceed sales and profit goals. Maintain a consistent brand presentation for all Free People categories in partners stores and online.
Responsibilities
- Oversee mid-west road, e-commerce, and large strategic accounts.
- Manage mid-west trade shows, samples and showroom upkeep as it pertains to FP.
- Collaborate with buyers to exceed sales and profit goals
- Maintain a consistent brand presentation for all FP categories in partners stores and online
- Manage to highest level of PO fulfillment through consistent monitoring of order status and communication to buyers
- Effective oversight of EDI account orders
- Collaborate effectively with cross functional peers in merchandising, Wholesale Sales, and in store teams to communicate and execute
- Clear and articulate communication with upper management
- Responsible for the overall scope of the business; anticipate next steps that need to be taken to ensure that goals are met consistently prior to the month and within the month
- Drive the business by identifying reorder and replenishment opportunities
- Monitor market trends and identify future business opportunities and profitability
- Responsible for creating strategies to drive and grow sales on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
- Maintain and grow current account business as well as consistently opening new accounts
- Create assortments targeted towards regional needs in partners stores
- Have a global awareness of the Free People business
- Put the brand first and ensure that the integrity of the brand is always protected and always represents the brand
- Be always willing to assist in other areas of the business with a hands-on approach when necessary
Qualifications
- Passion for the Free People brand
- 7 plus years of wholesale experience
- Strong relationships with buyers and leadership in the marketplace
- Excellent presentation skills
- Detail oriented and a creative thinker
- Superior financial and analytical skills
- Strong excel skills
- Inventory management system experience
- Strong communication, organization and planning skills
- Must work well in teams
The wage range for this role is $85,000 - $115,000. Wages are based on several factors, including, but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, etc.
Urban Outfitters, Inc. celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
