URBAN OUTFITTERS BUYER - Dresses

Reports to: Merchandising Manager, Soft Wovens Objective: To deliver the sales and profit plan for Dresses through the precise execution of a well-conceived merchandise strategy. Responsibilities: Build a relationship with the Design team that fosters development of innovative, relevant and fashion-forward designs Build a relationship with the Production team that takes into consideration manufacturing limitations, yet pushes our expectations of quality, lead time and price/value Demonstrate understanding of industry trends and apply them to the product development process to create a plethora of web expansion styles Generate appropriate quantity and quality of innovative and creative idea Represent the brand with integrity and authority Build a relationship with the market that results in a differentiated product mix “Sell” the brand and attract suppliers and new brands to Urban’s mix Exhibit market awareness through knowledge of relevant brands and reference points Negotiate price, delivery, exclusivity, and terms to support business objectives Manage the Open to Buy (OTB) plan by utilizing flow sheets and item plans, and know when to change the OTB based on business needs Analyze the business and react with timely reorders and cancellations Maximize markdown dollars and understand seasonality