Brendan O'connor
About Brendan O'connor
Brendan O'Connor is a Merchandise Planner currently employed at URBN in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has a background in retail planning and buying, with previous roles at DICK'S Sporting Goods and a degree in Marketing from Penn State University.
Current Role as Merchandise Planner
Brendan O'Connor currently serves as a Merchandise Planner at URBN, which encompasses Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic planning and inventory management efforts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His responsibilities include analyzing sales data, forecasting trends, and ensuring optimal product assortment to meet customer demand.
Previous Experience at URBN
Prior to his current role, Brendan worked at URBN as an Associate Planner from 2020 to 2021. He also served as an Assistant Planner from 2018 to 2020. During his time at URBN, he gained experience in merchandise planning and inventory control, enhancing his skills in data analysis and strategic decision-making within the retail environment.
Experience at DICK'S Sporting Goods
Brendan O'Connor has a solid background in retail, having worked at DICK'S Sporting Goods in various roles. He began as a Retail Business Associate from 2016 to 2017, then progressed to a Merchandising Trainee in 2016 for five months. He later became an Assistant Buyer from 2017 to 2018. His experience at DICK'S Sporting Goods provided him with a comprehensive understanding of retail operations and merchandise management.
Educational Background
Brendan studied at Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Marketing from 2012 to 2016. His education provided him with foundational knowledge in marketing principles, consumer behavior, and business strategies, which he applies in his current and previous roles in merchandise planning and retail.
High School Education
Brendan completed his high school education at North Penn High School from 2009 to 2012. This early educational experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent studies in marketing and his career in retail.