Buying Admin Assistant

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Anthropologie Full time

About Us:


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:


As a BAA, you will support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area; support the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow.

You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both internal and external partners in the home office in both the US and the UK as well as the UK store team.


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Provide administrative support to Buyer and Assistant Buyer in all areas of the buying department
  • Track orders into the business through systems and regular contact with production, market suppliers and our DC to maintain delivery procedure
  • Updating delivery dates to ensure accurate intake planning for the DC
  • Accurate updating and management of range plans, purchase orders and critical paths
  • Raising orders on the system and input all product sku information into MTS product tracking system
  • Processing of invoices to ensure drop ship and made to order suppliers get paid on time
  • Sample management: working with production to track samples for press days and photo shoots, and liaising with the other functions to ensure product is returned as requested
  • Preparation presentations for new seasonal range launches and every Monday ahead of the weekly management trade meeting
  • First point of contact for stores, DC and customer services for Home related queries

What You'll Need:

  • Ability to multitask in our fastpaced buying office
  • A passion and enthusiasm for the Anthropologie brand and what we represent
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A keen eye for emerging trends and brands

The Perks:

  • Worklife 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 onsite 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.

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