Job Description
This job is located at our APAC Home Office in Shanghai, China.
What Will You Be Doing?
Develop and execute department and item level planning strategies across APAC for a single gender within our brands.Provide input on regional volume, inventory, and style count targets for all departments within relevant brand and gender. Develop assortment framework for key departments, focusing on crucial items to spark growth and connect with APAC customers.Participate in Home Office milestone meetings, highlighting region-specific strategies for the season.Partner with APAC promo resources to execute in-season promos and pricing changes. Item level pricing execution.Present weekly updates as part of a regular Monday review process. Present update on strengths / opportunities / recommended actions in regions.Review regional progress against plan and propose plan adjustments and inventory strategy guidance in collaboration with store planning team.Monthly MPC/Item Plan reconciliation to properly align the forward looking forecast.Following each season, execute a detailed hindsight and develop strategies for future seasons at the item and department level.Interface remotely with Home Office teams on a regular basis, carrying out consistent updates and communicating effectively on a day-to-day basis.
What Do You Need To Bring?
Bachelor's degree or University undergraduate equivalent in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field requiredAt least 3 years planning experience, preferably in a corporate retail environment preferredAnalytically driven with proven critical thinking & problem-solving abilitiesClear knowledge of target customer and product trendsExcellent communication, presentation, and multi-tasking skillsTeam-oriented with strong leadership skillsA collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.
The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
Benefits & Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
Incentive bonus programAnnual companywide review processMedical insuranceLife and disability insuranceAssociate assistance programPaid parental leaveAccess to fertility and adoption benefits through CarrotAccess to mental health and wellness app, HeadspacePaid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your communityWork from anywhere (Thursdays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and five work from anywhere weeks per year, not fixed policies but will be based on business needs)Seven associate wellness half days per yearMerchandise discount on all of our brandsOpportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from withinAccess to multiple Associate Resource GroupsGlobal team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Additional InformationABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER