Anthropologie Weddings · 3 months ago
Urban Outfitters Divisional Merchandise Manager - Men's Branded Apparel and Footwear
Anthropologie Weddings is part of the Urban Outfitters family, seeking a Divisional Merchandise Manager for Men's Branded Apparel and Footwear. This role is responsible for developing and executing merchandising strategies, leading a team, managing product assortments, and driving growth through vendor management and sales analysis.
E-CommerceFashionRetailWedding
Responsibilities
Develop and implement merchandising strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives. Partner with GMM on ownership of the Long Range Plan (LRP) for the Men’s Branded Apparel and footwear business
Lead, mentor, and develop a team that consistently meets or exceeds business targets and individuals that are ready and able to move into positions of greater responsibility. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture
Oversee the selection, assortment, and cohesion of products, ensuring they meet customer needs and reflect current fashion trends. Work closely with private label DMM and buying team to ensure no duplication across branded and owned brand assortments
Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors. Negotiate terms, pricing, and exclusivity agreements to support business objectives
Monitor sales performance and analyze data to identify creative opportunities for growth and improvement. Adjust strategies based on market trends and customer feedback. Lead online expansion and testing opportunities by suggesting category extensions and web exclusives to drive growth
Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock. Collaborate with the planning team to manage the Open to Buy (OTB) plan
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, creative merchandising and finance, to ensure cohesive execution of merchandising strategies
Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior to inform merchandising decisions. Stay updated on fashion trends and styles, contributing to product selection with a strong sense of style and good taste. Monitor fashion shows, industry publications, and social media to identify emerging trends and understand cultural and societal shifts influencing fashion
Develop and manage the division's budget, ensuring financial targets are met. Generate regular reports on sales performance, inventory levels, and market trends. Effectively present key information to top leaders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field
10+ years of experience in merchandising, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role within the apparel industry
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities
Proficiency in inventory management and sales analysis tools
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Deep understanding of fashion trends and consumer behavior
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Clearly and confidently express ideas, needs, and boundaries in a respectful manner
Persuade and motivate others to support ideas, initiatives, or changes
Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the workplace
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Generous employee discounts
Retirement savings
Much more
Company
Anthropologie Weddings
A wedding destination, exclusively from Anthropologie Anthropologie Weddings is a destination for the bride in search of uniquely beautiful ways to celebrate a uniquely beautiful love story.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase