Forecasting Analyst - Inventory & Demand Strategy

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. seeks an Associate Analyst, Forecasting to develop location-level forecasts using trend and seasonality to guide inventory distribution across domestic, international, and e-commerce channels.

You will collaborate with teams to align inventory analysis with financial goals, leveraging market signals to shape product placement and strategies for maximum profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related experience.
• 2-3+ years of related experience in retail planning.
• Proven leadership or collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical sales patterns and early indicators to predict location-level demand.
• Use exception-based analysis to improve forecast accuracy for preseason strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop inventory strategies and drive profitability.
• Present forecast and inventory insights to senior leadership.

Skills

Forecast analysis

Inventory planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Job description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. seeks an Associate Analyst, Forecasting to develop location-level forecasts using trend and seasonality to guide inventory distribution across domestic, international, and e-commerce channels.

You will collaborate with teams to align inventory analysis with financial goals, leveraging market signals to shape product placement and strategies for maximum profitability.