(Associate) Planner-APAC
- Full-time
Company Description
What Will You Be Doing?
- Own high-level planning across APAC for a single gender in the Abercrombie or Hollister Co brand
- Provide input on regional volume, inventory, and SKU 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 Asian customers (assuming 10-20% of SKU’s will be region specific)
- Participate in Home Office financial workshops and line reviews, highlighting high level strategies and the financial "story" for the season from a regional perspective
- Partner with NA Promo resources to execute in-season promo / pricing changes as needed, within guidelines set out by the Home Office
- Partner with SH Operations Team to ensure DTC channels are sufficiently inventoried including but not limited to the financial forecasting, weekly pricing and promotional activities and hind sighting.
- Present weekly updates as part of a regular Monday review process
- Present update on strengths / opportunities / recommended actions in regions
- Share results with regional organization and with key stakeholders at the Home Office
- Develop MPC view for counterparts at the Home Office
- Review regional progress against plan
- Interface with promo, marketing, etc. to develop recommendations and provide inventory guidance
- Propose and execute product re-trends in collaboration with IM
- Following each season, execute a detailed hindsight / strategic line review process at the gender level (and department level, for key departments) to inform future strategy and measure year-on-year progress
- 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 required
- At least 6-8 years merchandising, planning, buying or equivalent experience in a corporate retail environment preferred
- Analytically driven with proven critical thinking & problem-solving abilities
- Clear knowledge of target customer and product trends
- Excellent communication, presentation, and multi-tasking skills
- Team-oriented with strong leadership skills
- A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.
Our Values
We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. 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.
What You'll Get
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 is committed to providing simple, 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 Program
- Paid Time Off and Work From Anywhere Flexibility
- Paid Volunteer Day per Year, allowing you to give back to your community
- Merchandise Discount
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Available
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Associate Assistance Program
- Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
- Access to Carrot to support your unique parenthood journey
- Access to Headspace dedicated to creating healthier, happier lives from the inside out
- 401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Opportunities for Career Advancement, we believe in promoting from within
- A Global Team of People Who'll Celebrate you for Being YOU
Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER