Associate Planner/ Junior Merchandiser, Hollister - EMEA

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading global retailer where you will play a crucial role in shaping inventory strategies and driving product success. This exciting position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop profitable financial plans and manage inventory effectively. You'll leverage your analytical skills to forecast product performance and present insights to senior leadership, all while thriving in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on people and purpose, this role offers opportunities for growth and a chance to make a significant impact in a multi-billion-dollar business.

Benefits

Bonuses

Insurance

Wellness Programs

Flexible Work Arrangements

Discounts

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience required.
• Experience in Merchandise Planning is essential.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and margin through strategic planning.
• Collaborate with teams to manage profitability.
• Forecast product distribution strategies based on data.

Skills

Merchandise Planning

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Company Description

Planners are the strategic drivers of our product teams, shaping the inventory and financial strategy behind every product. Interpreting and balancing current sales, inventory analysis, financial goals, and emerging trends, our Merchandise Planners build strategies that maximize product success and profitability. They forecast future product performance, establish sales strategies across domestic, international, and e-commerce channels, and strategically manage inventory worldwide.

This job is located at our Regional Head Office in London, England.

What Will You Be Doing?

1. Driving sales and margin for your department(s) by crafting assortment architecture and strategizing department and mid-level plans by region and channel.
2. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop business strategies, manage profitability, and react to change while making strategic decisions based on current sales and inventory data.
3. Researching the global market and leveraging insights to build compelling and profitable financial plans.
4. Forecasting and implementing product distribution strategies by analyzing sales data and store inventory levels, with variations by channel.
5. Presenting selling and inventory analysis, performance-to-plan results, and strategies to senior leadership, providing insights on sales, customer trends, and ideas.
6. Managing inventory and pricing strategies at the key item and SKU level.

What Do You Need To Bring?

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience
• Experience in Merchandise Planning
• Passion for the A&F brands and the role
• Proven leadership experience
• Ability to thrive in team-based settings and collaborate with cross-functional partners
• Desire to manage a portion of a multi-billion-dollar business
• Strong presentation skills and confidence in communicating with senior leaders
• Ability to balance analytical skills with creative interests
• Adaptability and capability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity and desire to learn more

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel retailer of apparel and accessories for kids through millennials, offering curated assortments for their lifestyle needs. The company operates multiple brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister, and Gilly Hicks, with over 750 stores worldwide and e-commerce sites.

We prioritize leading with purpose and placing our people first, offering competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth and community engagement.

Benefits & Perks

As an A&F Co. associate, you’ll have access to benefits like bonuses, insurance, wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, discounts, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: General Business
• Industries: Retail and Apparel & Fashion