Company Description

Job Description

Human-led brand advocacy efforts are a key pillar of focus for our brands moving forward and our influencer team is regarded industry-wide as one of the best in the business 

Reporting to the Influencer Manager, this individual will work closely with cross-functional partners (Legal, Strategy, Creative, Social and Product) to bring long-term strategies and holistic brand campaigns to life.  

This job is located at our EMEA Home Office London, England.

What Will You Be Doing?

Responsible for growing our influencer marketing programs with a particular focus on new and emerging platforms, while still maintaining the integrity Abercrombie’s respective DNA.  Identify new areas of opportunity for forming influencer relationships in efforts to grow brand affinity, increase awareness of Abercrombie’s product and purpose initiatives.  Assist the team in retaining its position as being an industry leader in social selling – testing, learning and utilizing proven strategies to ensure all influencer campaigns are innovative and drive results Collaborate with multiple external and internal partners to execute all influencer activations Act as liaison between internal teams and external agencies Assist cross-functional teams in amplifying performance for areas of influencer marketing opportunity across the business (women’s and men’s) Closely partner with Creative teams to ensure total pull-through of influencer marketing initiatives and visibility of talent/content throughout the creative development funnel Audit ambassador & influencer deliverables for completion, brand standard compliance, and performance Establish/negotiate influencer obligations and costing; coordinate contract reviews with legal team to ensure compliance to all advertising regulations & labour laws Assist with on-going gifting, ordering, packing and shipping product to influencers and brand advocates Partner with other channel owners (social, paid media, creative direction, e-comm, etc.) to maximize exposure of influencer content Collaborate with PR and Product Strategy team for product delivery/gifting consistent with merchandising priorities Assist in seasonal brainstorm and planning sessions to integrate influencer activations into the overarching marketing campaign; maintain open communication throughout execution to ensure cohesion brand tactics is maintained Integrate program plans and deliverables into existing cross-functional processes Drive clear program performance goals and reporting, including weekly, monthly, seasonal, and status/hindsight deliverables for Marketing milestones Accurately deliver against established annual budget Continuously monitor industry trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor activity to ensure Abercrombie is at the forefront of influencer marketing 

What Do You Need To Bring?

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising or relevant experienceExperience in Marketing, preferably for large lifestyle, beauty or fashion brands Experience in social media program management, influencer program management, and/or ambassador program management Proven track record of identifying new trends and opportunities at the forefront of influencer marketing Demonstrated depth of knowledge of all platforms appropriate for Influencer Marketing with particular attention candidates who have paid experience in Instagram and TikTok Demonstrated understanding of Millennial and Gen-Z consumers of all genders Experience managing an external agency, vendor and partners High level of critical thinking ability and curiosity particularly in balancing multiple projects and priorities Very strong project management skills (including timeline development/budget management) Strong relationship development/management and written/verbal communication skills Superb presentation skills and comfortable ideating/presenting ideas with all levels of an organization (up to/including C-level) 

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, dental and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceAssociate assistance programPaid parental and adoption 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 (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)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 Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER