Sourcing & Sustainability Associate — Impact & Innovation

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Fashion Sourcing & Sustainability Assistant to support our product development, supplier management, and sustainability initiatives. This hybrid role sits at the intersection of ethical sourcing, materials research, and responsible production, playing a key role in ensuring our products meet quality, cost, and sustainability standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

Sourcing & Production Support

• Support detailed sourcing activities, including materials, trims, components, and finished goods
• Assist in scoping new sourcing regions and evaluating costs, regional capabilities, risks, and opportunities
• Research, identify, and onboard new suppliers and manufacturers, aligned with quality, cost, and sustainability goals
• Track costing structures, MOQs, lead times, and production capacity
• Maintain accurate sourcing databases, vendor records, and production documentation

Sustainability & Compliance

• Support the development and execution of the sustainability roadmap, including short- and long-term goals
• Assist with the Digital Product Passport (DPP) rollout, including data mapping, supplier data collection, and process documentation
• Coordinate sustainability-related data for reporting, traceability, and regulatory compliance
• Research and evaluate sustainable materials, suppliers, and manufacturing innovations
• Support tracking of environmental and social compliance across the supply chain
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to embed sustainability and traceability requirements into sourcing and product development processes

Cross‑Functional Support

• Work closely with design, product development, and operations teams
• Prepare presentations, reports, and summaries for internal stakeholders
• Provide general administrative and project support as needed

What You’ll Need

• Strong communication & time management skills
• A keen eye for data, detail and accuracy
• Fluent use of Microsoft Office – in particular Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong commercial awareness
• A passion and enthusiasm for the Urban Outfitters brand
• A love for fashion and interest in the market at large
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced office
• Flexibility and openness to change as the business grows

The Perks

• Work‑life balance
  • Flexible start and finish times
  • Bring your dog to work (where allowed)
• Wellbeing
  • Employees Assistance program for mental, physical and financial health
  • Fully equipped free gym and on‑site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount for external gym memberships
  • Private medical insurance
• Employee discount
  • Up to 40% off at all URBN brands
• Community
  • One paid day to volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice
• Travel
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
• Continued development
  • Structured support within the business and continued learning and development opportunities

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.

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