Head of Business Planning

Director, Strategy - Americas will serve as a critical strategic partner to the Americas Managing Director, helping shape and drive the regional business strategy across one of the company’s most important growth markets. This role has a mandate to drive transformational change by defining strategic priorities, building the foundational capabilities required to win, and advancing enterprise‑connected initiatives that move the Americas business forward.Operating at the intersection of corporate strategy, finance, technology, and functional partners, this role translates enterprise priorities into a cohesive, forward‑looking Americas agenda and actionable regional plans. Director will lead the development of strategic frameworks, multi‑year roadmaps, and phased plans that guide how the Americas organization and its core processes evolve over time, with a clear focus on prioritizing the business enablers required to unlock future growth opportunities.This is a hands‑on leadership role, requiring someone who can operate as both a thought partner and an execution driver bringing structure, clarity, and pace to scaling the business.This job is located on-site at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Americas Managing Director, helping define, shape, and advance the regional transformation agendaLead the Americas strategic planning process in partnership with Corporate Strategy and Finance, ensuring enterprise priorities are translated into clear regional direction and actionable plansDevelop strategic frameworks, multi‑year roadmaps, and phased plans that guide the evolution of the Americas organization, capabilities, and operating modelIntegrate enterprise strategies and roadmaps (e.g., technology, operating model, growth platforms) into Americas planning and prioritizationIdentify, prioritize, and advance the most critical business enablers across people, process, structure, and technology to unlock future growth opportunitiesLead large, cross‑functional strategic initiatives that drive meaningful change, from problem definition through execution and deliveryShape and phase organizational design and foundational processes that enable scalability and future business developmentEstablish clear goals, milestones, and success metrics to ensure strategic initiatives progress with rigor and momentumAct as a central point of coordination across corporate strategy, finance, technology, and functional partners to ensure alignment and focusInfluence senior leaders across a matrixed organization to drive decisions, accountability, and follow‑throughTranslate complex, ambiguous business challenges into clear strategic choices and recommendations for executive audiencesOwn executive‑level communication and storytelling related to the Americas strategy, priorities, and progressWhat You Will Need to Bring?Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred8-12+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, corporate strategy, or similar roles (retail, consumer, or omnichannel experience strongly preferred)Proven ability to operate at both a strategic and execution level, able to set direction while also driving work forwardStrong business acumen with the ability to connect strategy to financial outcomes and operational plansExperience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholdersExceptional communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives for executive audiencesHigh level of ownership and accountability; ability to “get things done” in a fast-paced environmentComfortable with ambiguity and able to create structure where it does not existStrong collaboration and influencing skills across a broad range of functions and leadership levelsOur CompanyAbercrombie & 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.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.We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:Incentive bonus programAnnual companywide review processFlexible spending accountsMedical, 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!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 brands and Hollister brands, 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 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.