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Urban Outfitters

Retailer of trendy fashion, home decor

Assistant Department Manager

Retail Store ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCalgary, AB, CanadaCA$21.75 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of retail leadership experience.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet store needs.

Responsibilities

  • Represent the brand and promote a positive, inclusive store environment in line with the SPARKED program.
  • Model a service culture that delivers extraordinary service and helps ensure customers feel welcome, heard, and valued.
  • Support the store leadership team and stylists in promoting customer events that increase brand engagement and strengthen local-community connections.
  • Lead the salesfloor, drive engagement in each zone through communication, and guide the team in prioritizing customer experience and achieving store objectives.
  • Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding to help retain a diverse and engaged team.
  • Use brand resources to support employee development, recognition, and team-building initiatives, including the SPARKED Journal.
  • Support daily operating processes, including opening and closing procedures, maintaining store standards, restocking products, and assisting with facilities or IT issues.
  • Collaborate with partners to execute shipment and omni-fulfillment processes and support visual standards, product stock levels, and markdowns.
  • Provide feedback about team training needs to support scheduling and payroll allocation for sales and brand initiatives.
  • Contribute to an inclusive work environment by listening to others and seeking different perspectives.
  • Check in with leadership to maintain communication and teamwork in completing store objectives.
  • Share store priorities and brand messages with the team while prioritizing employee engagement.
  • Provide insights about customer and staff experiences and communicate feedback to the Service and Styling Manager.

About the Company

Urban Outfitters

Retailer of trendy fashion, home decor

Urban Outfitters sells fashion, home decor, and lifestyle items for young adults through online and physical stores. It curates products from in-house brands, designer collaborations, and exclusive lines like Urban Renewal that feature vintage and upcycled pieces. It differentiates itself with exclusive collaborations, unique vintage/upcycled offerings, and active community engagement. Its goal is to attract and retain a style-conscious audience while driving revenue through direct sales and brand partnerships.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA
Founded
1970

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