Urban Outfitters Buyer - Pants

About Us

Urban Outfitters started out as a single boutique in 1970s Philadelphia with creativity and uniqueness at its core. 50 years on, and over 60 stores across Europe later, we’ve become a destination for emerging design, unexpected styling, One-Of-A-Kind vintage and homeware that makes you want to hit the share button.

We speak to a social community of over 10 million forward-thinking individuals, bringing together a nostalgia for the past with an enthusiasm to shape the future. The UO community are culturally aware, they shape the music scene, they live a digitally native life and they wear style trends before anyone else. At our core, we empower our customers and staff to express themselves, unapologetically, living life in a way that's truly authentic to them.

We are always excited to bring new talent into the room, especially if you share our values:

Progressive — we move with the mood Creative — we champion limitless minds Inclusive — we open our platforms to all communities Responsible — we work to reduce our impact on the environment Compassionate — we care for each other beyond the 9 to 5

Sound like you, why not join us?

Role Summary

As a Womenswear Buyer at Urban Outfitters, you’ll play a key role in shaping the brand’s collection and keeping it fresh, on-trend, and aligned with what our customers love. You’ll be responsible for choosing the right products, managing inventory, and making sure we’re offering a mix of products that sell well and reflect the Urban Outfitters aesthetic. You'll use your market knowledge, data insights, and vendor relationships to stay ahead of the curve and keep the collection exciting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Demonstrate a strong eye for product and customer needs with a background in casual woven and jersey, identifying emerging and commercial trends to drive market share. Being bold and brave.
• Build balanced ranges that blend emerging and relevant product for the UO customer, with a focus on quality, value, and first to market.
• Develop a clear strategy for online vs retail, identifying opportunities to maximise sales across both channels.
• Collaborate across functions to ensure seamless delivery from concept to customer
• Work closely with global partners to leverage product and intake margin (IMU) opportunities
• Manage both short and long lead times while planning strategically for in season trading.
• Maintain excellent supplier relationships, identify gaps in sourcing, and develop new partnerships to fill them
• Drive individual, departmental, and total business goals through seasonal initiatives
• Present strategy, ideas, and concepts to senior management
• Provide leadership to team members and peers, fostering an open environment of continual training and development
• Partner with Planners and Merchandisers to develop effective line plans that maximise sales and IMU
• Manage and trade OTB (open-to-buy), staying adaptable and responsive to current sales patterns
• Understand seasonality and manage the critical path accordingly
• Liaise with PR, Marketing, Web, Visual Merchandising, and Retail Operations to maximise sales and help the department reach its full potential
• Lead and deliver departmental sustainability goals
• Represent the brand with integrity and authority as a true brand ambassador

What You'll Need

• Proven experience in buying and product development within a Pants/Bottoms department, with a strong understanding of the Urban Outfitters brand and customer.
• Ability to analyse trends, customer behaviour, and competitor activity to curate an innovative and relevant product assortment.
• Experience managing OTB and sales analysis to drive profitability while maintaining brand identity.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team, collaborate across departments, and present strategies to senior stakeholders.
• Passion for trend-led product development, working with vendors to create fresh, unique, and first-to-market styles that resonate with the Urban Outfitters customer.
• Commitment to inclusivity and sustainability, ensuring responsible sourcing and a progressive product mix.
• Skilled in negotiation and vendor management, sourcing new partners, and securing the best quality, pricing, and exclusivity.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, reactive environment, responding quickly to market shifts and traveling internationally as needed.

The Perks

• Work-life balance: Flexible start and finish times, bring your dog to work.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program, free gym, private medical insurance.
• Employee Discount: Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands.
• Community: One paid day to volunteer or fundraise for a charity.
• Travel: Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan.
• Continued Development: Structured support and ongoing learning opportunities.

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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.