Assistant / Associate Merchant

Overview Merchandising is the central function that sets the course for our brands’ product, ensuring all teams move in sync to deliver a beautiful, compelling, and profitable assortment. This role is based in our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio and may be placed on any of our brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, or Gilly Hicks. Responsibilities Contribute to the assortment strategy of an emerging brand, influencing decisions at every stage of the product lifecycle—from concept and product development to buying, pricing, placement, marketing, and promotions. Collaborate with design and product development teams to create on-trend products that fit our customers. Work closely with Planning and Inventory Management to drive strategies that maximize key business areas and meet financial targets for the category and overall brand. Serve as the expert in current selling analysis and historical selling knowledge for your department. Dive into customer interests and preferences by observing shopping patterns, active lifestyle behaviors, competitor activities, and feedback from stores, while monitoring media platforms. Identify emerging fashion trends by monitoring fashion weeks, runway shows, blogs, and aspirational brands, and interpret these ideas for our customer. Present to senior leadership, including slides on selling analysis, business strategies, style information, and trend ideas. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. 1–4 years of merchandising or buying experience, preferably in apparel. Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team‑based settings. Passion for the merchandising role, fashion retail, and the Abercrombie & Fitch portfolio of brands. Acute eye for product and trend. Deep understanding of sales analysis and financial metrics that relate to business. Strong presentation skills and confidence communicating with leadership. High comfort level with analytical sales tools and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Collaborative approach to working with cross‑functional partners to achieve the brand vision. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed by the department. Benefits Incentive Bonus Program Paid Time Off and Work From Anywhere flexibility Paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to community Merchandise discount Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (available) Life and Disability insurance Associate Assistance Program Paid parental and adoption leave Access to Headspace for healthy, happier lives from the inside out 401(k) savings plan with company match Opportunities for career advancement and internal promotion ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. #J-18808-Ljbffr Abercrombie & Fitch