Job Description 

We are looking for a Vice President of Retail to lead across all aspects of our omni-enabled retail fleet, with responsibility for the strategic leadership and execution for all stores management, talent development, operational processes, and business deliverables for all Abercrombie & Fitch Co. brands across the EMEA region. The leader will set a strategic vision for our stores, ensuring ever-evolving and elevated, customer-led experiences are coupled with best-in-class operations. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic organization, excels at connecting with people, drives business results and builds teams of people who are aligned to a purpose.   

This role is based in London and will report to the Managing Director of EMEA also based in London, England.  

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Put the customer at the heart of all aspects of our stores to delight them with our brand experiences. 
• Empower and motivate a high-performing field-based team to deliver best-in-class engagement levels, including cascading content and priorities so the team can thrive! 
• Provide strategic direction to deliver constant evolution of all retail store operations from inception to delivery. 
• Oversee work force planning and champion talent management and development. 
• Leverage key retail metrics, identifying opportunities & risks and creating prioritized strategic initiatives to drive growth & business results.  
• Shape and deliver channel 4-wall P&L budgets & forecasts considering tradeoffs that best deliver strategic priorities.  
• Partner closely with real estate teams to validate & prioritize opportunities and ensure successful fleet development. 
• Develop productive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution across the full 360° landscape of retail-led initiatives with emphasis on marketing activations, product assortment, and digital / omni capabilities. 
• As a member of the EMEA leadership team, actively participate in cross-functional EMEA playbook and go-to-market strategy as we expand across geographies and business models. 

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in Retail Management in Europe 
• Experience working in an iconic, branded environment for an international organization 
• A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand 
• Leads with confidence and a respectful approach 
• Successful track record in building and maintaining relationships 
• Strong orientation to quality, continuous improvement, and customer service 
• Extreme curiosity and desire to learn 
• Experience in working cross-functionally and dealing with ambiguity  
• Excels under pressure; ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a fast-paced environment 
• Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings 
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent 

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
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER