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URBN

Multi-brand fashion retail with lifestyle brands

Assistant Department Manager

Retail Store ManagementPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeBaltimore, MD, USA$21 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

  • Act as a brand representative to promote a positive and inclusive environment in the store, in line with the values of the SPARKED program.
  • Lead by example in upholding a service culture that demonstrates extraordinary service and cultivates an environment where all customers feel welcome, heard, and valued.
  • Support the store leadership team and stylists in promoting unique customer events that drive brand engagement and deep connections with the local community.
  • Actively participate in leading the salesfloor and driving engagement in each zone through elevated communication; guide the team to prioritize the customer experience and achieve store objectives.
  • Participate in the recruiting, hiring, and onboarding process to retain a diverse and engaged team.
  • Use brand resources to champion employee development and support initiatives such as the SPARKED Journal, employee recognition, and team-building activities.
  • Support daily operating processes such as opening and closing procedures, maintaining store standards, restocking product, and helping with facilities or IT issues.
  • Collaborate with key partners to execute shipment and omni fulfillment processes effectively; support visual standards, product stock levels, and markdowns.
  • Provide feedback about team training needs to support optimal scheduling and payroll allocation to drive sales and brand initiatives.
  • Contribute to an inclusive work environment by actively listening to others and seeking different perspectives.
  • Check in with leadership to maintain communication and teamwork on completing store objectives.
  • Prioritize employee engagement and actively share store priorities and brand messages with the team.
  • Provide insights related to the customer and staff experience and communicate feedback to the Service and Styling Manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • Eagerness to learn and grow within the organization.

About the Company

URBN

Multi-brand fashion retail with lifestyle brands

URBN operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands, including Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, Nuuly, Terrain, and Vetri Family. Each brand targets different customer niches with a mix of clothing, accessories, and home goods, and some offerings extend into experiences like dining or a rental model with Nuuly. The multi-brand approach lets URBN serve a wide range of tastes under one umbrella and diversify beyond a single brand. Its goal is to build long-term value by expanding brand offerings, entering related product areas, and exploring services like rental to support a circular economy while reaching new markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA
Founded
2016

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