Job Description

Here at Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we are looking for curious, hardworking, and passionate associates to join the Sample Library Team.  The main focus of this team is to receive & distribute all samples quickly & efficiently to all internal cross functional teams, directly supporting the essential work before the items go-live on site or in stores. Samples are shipped directly to our Global Home Office, where the Sample Library Team receives, records, & assigns each item appropriately with speed and efficiency providing traceability to all cross functional partners. Our Sample Library is located at the Global Home Office in New Albany, Ohio. By joining the Abercrombie and Fitch Co. team, you will become part of a world-class leader in retail, while utilizing your skills and talents in a fast-paced environment. The Sample Library team demands a physical work component, along with technical skills to operate our technology platform and Analytical skills to evolve current processes. Responsibilities include managing the Sample Inventory Technology Platform, pulling reports, forecasting, anticipating obstacles, assisting cross functional partners, lifting boxes, sorting, auditing, storing, & completing requests 

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Sort, store, process, and distribute samples in a timely and accurate manner as assigned by leadership  

• Cross Functional Departments: E-commerce, Merchant/ Sourcing, Visual Merchandising, Product Channel Merchandising, & Corporate Development 

• Able to meet departmental productivity and accuracy standards 

• Keep work area clean and always organized 

• Ability to utilize computers and scanners 

• Utilize Sample Library Technology Platform, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word 

• Engage in training, team building, meetings, and personal development 

• Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with company policies 

What Do You Need To Bring?

• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills 

• Passion for the A&F Brands 

• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail and accuracy 

• Willingness to be flexible to changing demands and respond to feedback 

• A strong desire for adventure & curiosity 

• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment 

• A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brands 

• Desire to learn & hunger for more! 

• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours a day 

• Lifting a minimum of 30 lbs 

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of  iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks. 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. 

 Our Brand

Would you jump at the chance to be part of reinventing one of the world’s most recognizable brands? At A&F, we’re on a mission to inspire our customers to be confident, feel comfortable, and face their fierce. Our goal is to create relevant products and brand experiences that allow our customers to define the narrative of their own stories. We approach the work week with a long weekend mindset: free from stress and with time well spent, we can realize our full potential.

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 

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER