Assistant/Associate Merchant: Shape Trend-Driven Collections

Abercrombie & Fitch; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

Work From Anywhere flexibility

Volunteer Day

Merchandise discount

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life and Disability insurance

Associate Assistance Program

Paid parental and adoption leave

Headspace access

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking an emerging brand merchandising professional to influence product lifecycle decisions from concept to promotion. You will collaborate with design and product teams to craft on-trend assortments and work with Planning to meet financial targets.

The role demands leadership, strong sales analytics, and a passion for fashion across Abercrombie & Fitch brands. Travel may be required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA 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 Abercrombie & Fitch brands.
• Acute eye for product and trend with strong sales analytics.
• Excellent presentation skills and comfort communicating with leadership.
• Proficient in MS Office and cross-functional collaboration.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the assortment strategy of an emerging brand across the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design and product development to create on-trend products.
• Partner with Planning and Inventory to hit financial targets.
• Serve as the expert in current selling analysis and historical data.
• Interpret customer interests and trends from stores, media, and competitor activity.
• Identify emerging trends from fashion shows and blogs and translate to customer needs.
• Present selling analysis, strategies, and trend ideas to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Travel willingness

Sales analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking an emerging brand merchandising professional to influence product lifecycle decisions from concept to promotion. You will collaborate with design and product teams to craft on-trend assortments and work with Planning to meet financial targets.

The role demands leadership, strong sales analytics, and a passion for fashion across Abercrombie & Fitch brands. Travel may be required as part of the role.