Returning Candidate? Log back in! Urban Outfitters Operations Manager - Oxford Street, London Location UK-London ID 2025-17372 Job Family Stores Employee Type Regular Position Type Full-Time Location

This position is located at 200 Oxford St Fitzrovia, London, , W1D1NU United Kingdom Role Summary

The main objective of this role is to oversee the operations, loss prevention, facilities and maintenance, receiving activities and procedures of the store. To support the management team in creating a store environment that fosters creativity and inspires the Urban Outfitters customer. Participate in building community relationships that directly reflect the Urban culture. To uphold the Urban Outfitters “Peers Training Peers” philosophy.

What You'll Be Doing

People:

 

Ensure that all resources are available for the successful recruitment, training and development and coaching of a productive sales teamAdapt to the store’s needs by assisting with customer service, cleaning tasks, and store projectsRecognise and develop talented individuals for advancement and growth within the organisationUphold Company standards and act as a positive role model to others

 

Leadership & Communication:

 

Model the way by Inspiring, motivating and encouraging teamworkTake the lead by training and coaching on operational proceduresAssist senior management in the planning of daily and weekly tasks that are influenced by operational needsPossess excellent communication skills in both written and verbal formTake in active role in department and daily meetings

 

Managing the Environment:

 

Exhibit excellent floor presence by training and coaching the store team on customer service, standards, product placement and time managementEnsure that the store is fully stocked on all necessary supplies to facilitate the day to day running of the businessAssume total accountability of back of house areas and management of the stockroom. Ensure all areas are maintained and kept neat, clean and organised

 

Operations:

 

Perform and assist management with all daily operational responsibilities (i.e. opening and closing tasks, shipment receipt and back office operations)Supervise sales floor activities and daily projectsContribute to the store stock loss goal by supporting loss prevention and inventory control policies and proceduresAssist senior management by overseeing the planning and recording of sales and payroll informationAssist and coach the team on shoplifting prevention measures and in handling apprehensionsAlongside the Store Manager, assume accountability for store Health & Safety by overseeing and upholding Company Health & Safety procedures at all times in order to protect employees and customers against accidents and incidents

 

Merchandising & Display:

 

Collaborate with the merchandising and sales teams to ensure a fast and efficient flow of merchandise to the sales floorEnsure a neat, clean and organised store environmentExhibit a familiarity with current product and trend awarenessSupport sales by assisting in merchandising and display projects as is needed What You'll Need Experience of working in a retail supervisory managing the back of house areas (i.e. general facilities and maintenance, stockroom and administration)An understanding of the Urban Outfitters culture and its appeal to the local market.Ability to drive sales through excellent service and a full understanding of the operational business procedures.Basic knowledge of good HR practice, health and safety requirements and facilities management.

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The Perks

  

Work Life Balance:

‘Life Leave’ - one day a year to take time off for those big events in life, in addition to your annual leave entitlement

 

Wellbeing:

Employee Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial healthDiscount off external gym membershipsPrivate Medical Insurance for eligible employees

 

Employee Discounts:

Up to 40% employee discount at all URBN Brands 

 

Travel:

Season ticket loan for eligible employeesCycle to work scheme for eligible employees

 

Continued Development:

We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development 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. Options ApplyApplyShareSubmit a ReferralRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Not finding the perfect fit?

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