Key Lead - Harlem Irving Plaza, Hollister

Abercrombie & Fitch Spain, SL; Norridge (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Sales Incentive Bonus

Merchandise Discount

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Brand Affiliate opportunities

Training and Development

Global team appreciation

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. in Illinois seeks a Key Lead to guide Brand Reps and Stock Associates, ensuring exceptional in-store customer experiences. You will coach teams, supervise floor operations, and help drive daily sales while upholding brand culture.

The role requires energy, strong communication, and adaptability, with weekend availability and peak-time hours. Prior retail leadership is helpful but not required, and you will participate in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. preferred, or equivalent.
• 1 year of retail experience preferred.
• Retail supervisory/management experience not required; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Opening and Closing Routines.
• Operate Register/Point of Sale systems.
• Fulfill OMNI Channel Orders.
• Demonstrate Product Knowledge, Brand Awareness, while driving sales.
• Build and maintain Visual Displays.
• Analyze reporting to inform decision making.
• Protect Store Assets & perform Inventory Control.
• Represent the Brand and Exemplify Company Culture and Values.

Skills

Customer focus

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fashion knowledge

Energetic/outgoing

Initiative/confidence

Adaptability

Multitasking

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D. preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Key Lead is responsible for ensuring all customers receive quality in-store experience. They do this by acting as the Floor Supervisor, providing guidance and coaching to Brand Reps and Stock Associates ensuring store operations are running effectively. The Key Lead is part of the store leadership team, responsible for driving store performance on the floor through customer experience and team achievement of daily sales.

What You'll Do

• Perform Opening and Closing Routines.
• Operate Register/Point of Sale systems.
• Fulfill OMNI Channel Orders.
• Demonstrate Product Knowledge, Brand Awareness, while driving sales.
• Build and maintain Visual Displays.
• Analyze reporting to inform decision making.
• Protect Store Assets & perform Inventory Control.
• Represent the Brand and Exemplify Company Culture and Values.

Work Schedule Requirements

Schedule will vary weekly, but you should expect to work at least 12-16 hours per week.

Required availability on Saturdays and Sundays as well as certain holidays.

In addition, during peak timeframes, hours will increase to support the needs of the business.

What it Takes

• High School Diploma/ G.E.D. preferred, or equivalent
• 1 year of retail experience is preferred.
• Retail supervisory / management experience is not required. Experience in leading groups or teams is preferred.
• Maintain a strong customer focus.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Show knowledge of current fashion trends.
• Be energetic, outgoing, and assertive.
• Take initiative and show confidence.
• Master adaptability and flexibility.
• Balance multiple tasks while being detail-oriented.
• Engage in applied learning and proactive thinking.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic.

What You'll Get

• As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you'll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company's culture and values, but most importantly - with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
• Quarterly Sales Incentive Bonus
• Merchandise Discount
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Opportunity to Become a Brand Affiliate
• Training and Development
• A Global Team of People Who'll Celebrate you for Being YOU

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F 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 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.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

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The starting rate for this position is $18.25 per hour. (i.e., the recruiting pay range for this position is $18.25-$18.25 per hour). The starting rate and range may be modified in the future.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.