merchandise buyer

<div></div><div><div>The Opportunity</div><div></div><div>
Calling all Associate Buyer Merchants in the market! HSN and QVC located in West Chester, PA are hiring! QVC's Home Textiles team has an exciting opportunity for a talented Buyer 1/Associate Buyer to join in a brand new position to support our celebrity partnership with Kim Gravel and her home line (Home + textiles.)</div><div></div><div>
The Buyer I position is a developmental role intended to prepare for a Buyer II position. The primary responsibility of the Buyer I is to develop, negotiate and execute new products, concepts, shows, and ideas while maximizing multi-platform opportunities that will resonate with customers. The Buyer I will have ownership of a portion of the Buying Office's business and take accountability for long term and short term strategic and financial planning, purchasing and managing sales objectives. Select products based on relevant trends and understand how to translate them into products/concept for multi-platform retail. Educate and communicate with vendors and cross-functional departments. Accountable for leadership and management of portion of team.</div><div></div><div>
We offer great flex as we are only in the office bi weekly Tuesday and Wednesday!</div><div></div><div>
Who We Are</div><div>
QVC empowers shoppers with knowledge and shares insights in a lively and engaging way. We offer an ever-changing collection of familiar brands and fresh new products &ndash; from home and fashion to beauty, electronics and jewelry &ndash; and we connect shoppers to interesting personalities, engaging stories and award-winning customer service. QVC reaches more than 200 million homes worldwide via its 12 broadcast networks and reaches millions more via multiple streaming services, websites, mobile apps and social pages.</div><div></div><div>
Your Impact</div><ul><li><div>
Under the supervision of the Buyer II, the Buyer I maintains the on-air assortment for assigned merchandise categories and building on air strategies.</div></li><li><div>
Develop, negotiate terms, and purchase items that will be successful and which exceed the expectations of our customers. Analyze item, category, and other relevant on air sales to follow trends and react based on performance. Analyze the productivity of each vendor and category within products of responsibility. Evaluate customer-buying behaviors and identify trends.</div></li><li><div>
Maintain a high level of product elevation and quality while selecting product</div></li><li><div>
Responsible for daily office functions (e.g., maintaining spreadsheets (can write advanced macros), item creation, etc). Help train the Intern and Assistant Buyer regarding daily office operations. Handle Quality Assurance (QA) issues. Demonstrate a high level of product expertise.</div></li><li><div>
Partner and communicate with internal advocates to maximize efficiency of product lifecycle activities and manage the order process. Establish relationships with DDGS, Quality Assurance, Category production, eCommerce, Legal, Social Marketing, Multi Channel Planning, Sales, and Planning to ensure products are presented to our customer properly. Developing these relationships is an essential part of maintaining clear our goals.</div></li><li><div>
Establish vendor relationships. Responsible for vendor communication, education and preparation. Return all vendor calls basis. Give oral and written presentations.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What You Bring</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
You have 3-5 years of corporate merchandise buying experience</div></li><li><div>
You are passionate for people with great mentor skills to invest in others.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
#LI-st4</div><div></div><div>
Our Total Rewards package includes benefits you&rsquo;ll love such as competitive compensation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and amazing company discounts! In our US market, you can also expect health care benefits starting on day 1, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement benefits.</div><div></div><div>
QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer, QVC Group is committed to a barrier-free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations/support throughout, please contact us at <div>workwithus@qvcgrp.com</div> for assistance.</div><div></div><div>
If provided, salary ranges are a general guideline only, and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.</div></div>

Buyer I - Kim Gravel Home

Al Tayer Insignia

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  Junior Buyer | Home - Luxury | Dubai&nbsp;
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 experience working closely with the buying lead. This person is responsible to take ownership for a section of the departmental buy (e.g., a category) and drives sales through its purchases of high-quality merchandise at the most advantageous price. The Junior buyer ensures proper management of their brand relationships and is responsible for the end-to-end product process.
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 The Junior Buyer who has strong buying background with luxury Home across categories, etc. The role would be for Bloomingdales home and The White Company across stores and e-com in UAE and Kuwait.&nbsp;
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 Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:
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   Develops a detailed understanding of their department and the market trends for the category. Works closely with their Buyer/line manager to clearly define the product strategy and operates in collaboration with the principal brand(s) to execute this via the right assortment.
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   Takes on board store team and customer feedback in order to range build the assortment for their particular category.
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   Regularly presents and updates VP buying/Head of buying along with the Buyer with performance insights and analysis. Reacts quickly to feedback and requests from senior management.
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   Research and sourcing, industry trends and approaches new brands or products areas to include within the portfolio.
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   Maintain regular communication with suppliers as applicable.&nbsp; Assist with the efficient ordering delivery and payment of merchandise to reduce the likelihood of queries and problems.
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   To assist the Buyer to research and select from home and abroad, the best quality merchandise suppliers have to offer at the best price to maximize sales and profit margins.&nbsp; In conjunction with the Buyer to control the selection of merchandise for the Sales within the agreed markdown and to reach the agreed stock level.
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   Place re-orders as applicable in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to all relevant parties in planning and supply chain.
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   Maintain accurate database of vendor agreements and forward completed vendor agreements to Merchandise Planning.
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   Consolidate buying feedback reports and provide buyers with reports and recommendations per brand portfolio.
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   Assumes responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Works with people to establish explicit performance standards. Is completely on top of what is going on and knows where things stand. Provides balanced feedback at the most critical times.
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   Proactively develops relationships with a wide variety of people. Builds immediate rapport, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner. Engages input from others constantly and listens with empathy and concern.
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   Readily distinguishes between what&rsquo;s relevant and what&rsquo;s unimportant to make sense of complex situations. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn&rsquo;t stop at the first answers. Analyzes multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.
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   Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable. Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.
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   Takes consistent action to develop new skills. Finds ways to apply strengths to new issues. Is aware of the skills needed to be successful in different situations and levels. Seeks assignments that stretch him/her beyond comfort zone.
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   Decisively makes high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. Actively seeks input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Skillfully separates opinions from facts. Is respected by others for displaying superior judgment.
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Junior Buyer

AL TAYER GROUP L.L.C

<p>Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Develops a detailed understanding of their department and the market trends for the category. Works closely with their Buyer/line manager to clearly define the product strategy and operates in collaboration with the principal brand(s) to execute this via the right assortment.</li><li>Takes on board store team and customer feedback in order to range build the assortment for their particular category.</li><li>Regularly presents and updates VP buying/Head of buying along with the Buyer with performance insights and analysis. Reacts quickly to feedback and requests from senior management.</li></ul><p>Functional Roles and Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Research and sourcing, industry trends and approaches new brands or products areas to include within the portfolio.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with suppliers as applicable.  Assist with the efficient ordering delivery and payment of merchandise to reduce the likelihood of queries and problems.</li><li>To assist the Buyer to research and select from home and abroad, the best quality merchandise suppliers have to offer at the best price to maximize sales and profit margins.  In conjunction with the Buyer to control the selection of merchandise for the Sales within the agreed markdown and to reach the agreed stock level.</li><li>Place re-orders as applicable in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to all relevant parties in planning and supply chain.</li><li>Maintain accurate database of vendor agreements and forward completed vendor agreements to Merchandise Planning.</li><li>Consolidate buying feedback reports and provide buyers with reports and recommendations per brand portfolio.</li></ul><p>People Management Roles and Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assumes responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Works with people to establish explicit performance standards. Is completely on top of what is going on and knows where things stand. Provides balanced feedback at the most critical times.</li><li>Proactively develops relationships with a wide variety of people. Builds immediate rapport, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner. Engages input from others constantly and listens with empathy and concern.</li><li>Readily distinguishes between what’s relevant and what’s unimportant to make sense of complex situations. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers. Analyzes multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.</li><li>Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable. Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Takes consistent action to develop new skills. Finds ways to apply strengths to new issues. Is aware of the skills needed to be successful in different situations and levels. Seeks assignments that stretch him/her beyond comfort zone.</li><li>Decisively makes high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. Actively seeks input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Skillfully separates opinions from facts. Is respected by others for displaying superior judgment.</li></ul>

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  The Lead Buyer is responsible for conducting data-driven analysis and forecasting to estimate future demand for products to steer sourcing and buying decisions related to merchandise for our retail shops.
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   Plan, develop, and deliver merchandise ranges to budget, schedule, and customer profile in line with the department and company strategy.
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   Conduct data-driven demand forecasting that includes analysis of internal/external factors, historical sales data, etc. to estimate future/ongoing order needs.
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   Analyze stock-holding data and develop/recommend diverse plans to ensure inventory is cleared at expected sell-through rate.
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   Conduct analysis (e.g., of historical sales data, market/competition) to ensure appropriate retail prices.
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   Provide analytical support to maximize product sales performance.
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   Support the Head of Retail &amp; Merchandise Planning to conduct monthly communication meetings with the retail teams and circulate minutes of meetings afterward.
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   Assist the Head of Retail &amp; Merchandise Planning and the Director of Retail &amp; Merchandising with the preparation of annual department budgets.
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   Oversee submission of new purchase requests to the merchandise committee, recommending appropriate order quantities by analyzing past sales patterns and ensuring that stock levels are optimized.
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   Provide merchandise administrators with the information required to prepare purchase request approval forms for submission to the merchandise committee.
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   Deliver buying projects within specified budget parameters, maintaining strong gross margins, and expediting orders within target lead times and coordinating with stakeholders to pre-empt obstacles and troubleshoot anticipated issues.
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   Support the Merchandise Manager by ensuring the milestones related to merchandise development projects are achieved on time, flagging delays, and troubleshooting anticipated issues.
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   Support the Merchandise Manager with creation of a standardized merchandise project critical path document with agreed-upon project milestones that meet target lead times for delivery of bespoke/readymade product.
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   Liaise closely with the Logistics Team to facilitate and expedite the timely shipment of supplier orders.
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   Recommend enhancements to existing processes to achieve further efficiencies.
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   Support the Retail Manager in expediting corporate sales orders.
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   Provide support and recommendations for shop displays to enhance sales and clearance of slow-moving stock.
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   Maintain awareness of trends in the wider retail industry, museum retail, local market, and new suppliers, keeping updated through research and trade show visits.
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   Higher secondary or degree-level qualification required
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   At least 5 years of relevant experience in merchandise buying
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   Well-developed computing skills, including the understanding of relevant IT products and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
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Lead Buyer

<div></div><div><div>The Opportunity</div><div></div><div>
QVC/HSN's Floorcare &amp; Home Environment department have an exciting opportunity for a talented Buyer I to join the team. The Buyer I position is a developmental role intended to prepare for a Buyer II position. The primary responsibility of the Buyer I is to develop, negotiate and execute new products and ideas while maximizing multi-platform opportunities that will resonate with QVC's customer. The Buyer I will be part of the team that buys Floorcare &amp; Home Environment for both on air, extended assortment, and social.</div><div></div><div>
We are hybrid and in office ~4-6 times a month.</div><div></div><div>
Who We Are</div><div></div><div>
QVC empowers shoppers with knowledge and shares insights in a lively and engaging way. We offer an ever-changing collection of familiar brands and fresh new products &ndash; from home and fashion to beauty, electronics and jewelry &ndash; and we connect shoppers to interesting personalities, engaging stories and award-winning customer service. QVC reaches more than 200 million homes worldwide via its 12 broadcast networks and reaches millions more via multiple streaming services, websites, mobile apps and social pages.</div><div></div><div>
Your Impact</div><ul><li>
Under the supervision of the Senior Buyer, the Buyer I is responsible for maintaining the on-air assortment for assigned merchandise categories and executing on air strategies.</li><li>
Identify, develop, negotiate terms, and purchase items that will be successful in video, ecommerce, and social retail and which meet or exceed the expectations of our customers. Analyze item, category, and other relevant on air sales to follow trends and react accordingly based on performance. Analyze the productivity of each vendor and category within product lines of responsibility. Evaluate customer-buying behaviors and identify trends.</li><li>
Responsible for daily office functions (e.g., maintaining spreadsheets, item creation, etc). Assist in training the Intern and Assistant Buyer regarding daily office operations. Handle Quality Assurance (QA) issues. Demonstrate a high level of product expertise.</li><li>
Partner and communicate with internal counterparts to maximize efficiency of product lifecycle activities and manage the order process. Establish cross-functional relationships with Quality Assurance, Category production, eCommerce, Legal, Social Marketing, Multi Channel Planning, Sales, and Planning to ensure products are presented to our customer properly. Developing these relationships is an essential part of maintaining clear business goals and objectives.</li><li>
Establish and maintain vendor relationships. Responsible for vendor communication, education and preparation. Responsible to return all vendor calls in a timely basis. Give effective oral and written presentations.</li></ul><div></div><div>
What You Bring</div><ul><li>
2-5 years of corporate merchandise buying experience. Experience leading a category strategy.</li><li>
Bachelors or equivalent experience</li><li>
Refined leadership to lean into managing a direct report and owning their development</li><li>
Pioneering spirit with keen communication skills to influence</li><li>
Stop OTB background</li><li>
Experience working with national brands preferred</li></ul><div>
#LI-ST4 #LI-Hybrid</div><div></div><div>
Our Total Rewards package includes benefits you&rsquo;ll love such as competitive compensation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and amazing company discounts! In our US market, you can also expect health care benefits starting on day 1, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement benefits.</div><div></div><div>
QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer, QVC Group is committed to a barrier-free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations/support throughout, please contact us at <div>workwithus@qvcgrp.com</div> for assistance.</div><div></div><div>
If provided, salary ranges are a general guideline only, and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.</div></div>

Buyer I - Floorcare & Home Environment

<p>The Senior Retail Merchandiser is responsible for the supervision of QC+ merchandise production process, including coordination of merchandise suppliers, product selection/quality control, and supply logistics<b>.</b></p><p>&middot; Collaborates with the Merchandise Manager and Design Team colleagues to develop new merchandise requirements and plan new product designs and categories.</p><p>&middot; Coordinates product research process to support concepts for new products/product lines and prepare reports detailing findings and recommendations.</p><p>&middot; Visits international merchandise trade fairs to evaluate market developments and identify potential new suppliers.</p><p>&middot; Coordinates with merchandise suppliers on all aspects of the production process, including contract placement, product sampling and design revisions, quality control, main order finalization, shipping, and delivery, etc.</p><p>&middot; Maintains strong working relationships with merchandise suppliers and acts as day-to-day point of contact for all such suppliers.</p><p>&middot; Works with the Merchandise Manager and Design Team colleagues to plan parameters for merchandising main orders/reorders, including order quantities, pricing, packaging, labelling, shipping specifics, etc.</p><p>&middot; Liaises with the Procurement Team to oversee and support all aspects of the procurement process related to merchandise supply and with the Legal and Finance Teams to process contracts, invoicing, and other documentation related to suppliers.</p><p>&middot; Develops a strong collaborative relationship with staff at QM/QC + gift shops, ensuring that relevant aspects of the merchandise production process are communicated and that logistical requirements are coordinated.</p><p>&middot; Prepares ad-hoc reports as required.</p><p>&middot; Works with the Buying, Design and Technical Teams to set department strategies and then plan balanced and commercial ranges.</p><p>&middot; Works with the Buyer to manage the supplier base to maximize availability, supplier, and warehouse service in line with agreed KPIs and timelines.</p><p>&middot; Works with the Buying Team to review weekly trading performance on KPIs and to identify any issues and opportunities to respond to weekly trading conditions.</p><p>&middot; Plans and prioritizes stock flow into the shops throughout the product life cycle, using all available merchandising and logistics tools to meet availability requirements and targets.</p><p>&middot; Ensures sufficient stock to satisfy sales and maintains correct levels of stock to optimize sales and minimize markdowns.</p><p>&middot; High degree of market awareness and a detailed knowledge of the retail industry and trends.</p><p>Sources/identifies and evaluates potential suppliers to engage for new business.</p><p>&middot; At least 3 years of relevant experience in merchandise buying</p><p>&middot; Degree-level qualification required.</p><p>&middot; Fluency in oral and written English.</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Pay: QAR12,300.00 per month</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Demand Supply Planning: 3 years (Required)</li><li>retail procurement: 2 years (Required)</li><li>Merchandise Planning?: 2 years (Required)</li><li>Retail and merchandise: 3 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>English (Required)</li><li>Arabic (Preferred)</li></ul>

Senior Retail Merchandiser

Anthropologie

<div>Role Summary:
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Anthropologie is looking for an Associate Buyer to focus on Accessories. The Associate Buyer will be working with the buyer and creating an exciting and timely product assortment for the retail and direct businesses that meet or exceed the sales volume and profit for the department.</div>
Role Responsibilities:
<div><div><div><ul><li>Supporting the daily operations within designated buying area and developing partnerships with the buyer on all necessary tasks</li><li>
Ownership of buying a product class within the buying area</li><li>
The ability to conceptually plan assortments that meet financial objectives</li><li>
Delegating and directing the daily activities of the assistants and provide direction to the team</li><li>
Prioritizing tasks and balancing the immediate and long term needs of the business</li><li>
Researching and executing development of product in the marketplace</li><li>
Personnel skills to work well with cross functional partners and team to achieve plans</li><li>
Working closely with planning to understand financial indicators to react and drive business</li><li>
Working with the buyer to learn to determine the overall mix of market and private label product for each buying area to ensure the final mix is ultimately customer oriented</li><li>
Working with buyer to place buys with conviction</li><li>
Learning from buying mistakes and applying those learnings to future buys</li><li>
Vocalizing opinions proactively in cross functional or larger merchant meetings</li><li>
Managing the flow of merchandise</li><li>
Entering, updating, managing, tracking, and organizing purchase orders to ensure timely delivery</li><li>
Communicating late deliveries to the buying team</li><li>
Setting up new vendors and send them routing guides and pre-ticketing information</li><li>
Prioritizing and reacting with a sense of urgency to the requests from both the merchant and cross functional teams</li><li>
Assisting the buying team to proof catalog copy</li><li>
Identifying photos on the web to be reshot to drive sales</li></ul><p>
#LI-ME1</p></div></div></div>
Role Qualifications:
<ul><li>Minimum of two years of experience in retail buying or a similar capacity</li><li>
Ability to build and maintain productive partnerships and demonstrate strong listening, oral, and written communication skills</li><li>
Strong organization and prioritizing skills</li><li>
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities</li><li>
Detail oriented</li><li>
Creative thinker</li><li>
Team player</li><li>
Proficient in Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint</li></ul>
The Perks:
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URBN offers comprehensive Perks &amp; Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits</div>
EEO Statement:
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URBN 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.</p></div>

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