Associate Specialist, Stores Procurement

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Columbus, OH, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Retail
The Role
Support materials procurement for store maintenance and franchise partners by fulfilling maintenance work orders, issuing and tracking purchase orders, monitoring vendor production and shipments, coordinating with cross-functional teams (Store Design, Transportation, Trade), assisting with new store openings/remodel exceptions, expediting lost or damaged items, and completing ad hoc reporting and projects.
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Job Description:

The Procurement Specialist - Maintenance & Franchise is an entry-level position whose primary responsibility is to support the activities and systems of materials procurement for the Store Maintenance team and our Franchise partners.  The Specialist will be involved in multiple aspects of the Store Maintenance & New Store life-cycle and processes, such as: fulfilling Store Maintenance Work Orders (WO’s); providing needed materials to our Franchise partners to support their New Store openings; issuing and adjusting Purchase Orders, monitoring production and shipping status; updating stores on Store Maintenance WO status; and assisting in the expediting of lost, damaged, or additional materials needed and miscellaneous tasks/projects. 

What Will You Be Doing? 

  • Fulfilling Store Maintenance Work Orders for sales floor items such as damaged or missing fixtures, mannequins, props etc.  

  • Partnering with Store Design & A&F Transportation to provide select branded items to our Franchise partners for their New Store and Remodel needs.  

  • Support in fulfilling any pre-Opening exceptions reported by New Stores for our owned & operated New Store and Remodel projects.  

  • Assist in placing inventory POs to support future Store Maintenance and Franchise needs and monitoring vendor production to ensure PO ship dates are achieved.  

  • Field questions from the A&F Transportation and Trade teams regarding planned shipments and deliveries.  

  • Complete ad hoc analysis, reporting, or special projects

What Do You Need to Bring? 

  • Bachelor’s Degree is preferred in Business, Construction, Finance, Logistics, or Operations 

  • Proficient skills in the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel)  

  • Extremely detail oriented with a focus on accurate data entry and auditing 

  • Time management; ability to complete special projects in addition to core job responsibilities 

  • Understanding of project timelines and schedules 

  • Strong written, listening, and verbal communication skills 

  • Ability to work both independently and with multiple cross-functional teams 

Our Company
Abercrombie & 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.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. 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.
Benefits & Perks
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 Co. is committed to providing 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:

  • Incentive bonus program
  • 401(K) savings plan with company match
  • Annual companywide review process
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Associate assistance program
  • Paid parental and adoption leave
  • Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
  • Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Mobile Stipend
  • Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
  • Wellness days
  • Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
  • Merchandise discount on all of our brands
  • Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
  • Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
  • Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
     

Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Construction, Finance, Logistics, or Operations
  • Proficient skills in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
  • Extremely detail oriented with focus on accurate data entry and auditing
  • Strong time management and ability to complete special projects alongside core responsibilities
  • Understanding of project timelines and schedules
  • Strong written, listening, and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and with multiple cross-functional teams
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The Company
HQ: New Albany, OH
19,699 Employees
Year Founded: 1892

What We Do

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a leading, global specialty retailer of apparel and accessories for men, women and kids through five renowned brands. The iconic Abercrombie & Fitch brand was born in 1892 and aims to make every day feel as exceptional as the start of a long weekend. abercrombie kids sees the world through kids’ eyes, where play is life and every day is an opportunity to be anything and better anything. The Hollister brand believes in liberating the spirit of an endless summer inside everyone and making teens feel celebrated and comfortable in their own skin. Gilly Hicks, offering intimates, loungewear and sleepwear, is designed to invite everyone to embrace who they are underneath it all. Social Tourist, the creative vision of Hollister and social media personalities, Dixie and Charli D’Amelio, offers trend forward apparel that allows teens to experiment with their style, while exploring the duality of who they are both on social media and in real life. The brands share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that allow consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates approximately 730 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites www.abercrombie.com, www.abercrombiekids.com, www.hollisterco.com, www.gillyhicks.com and www.socialtourist.com. Working at A&F Co. We strive to create inclusive, welcoming, omni-channel experiences for our global customers. Every day, our associates show up and empower one another to stay curious and push boundaries. We hold our work and our ideas to the highest caliber, and ourselves to the highest character. We coach, mentor, care, and bring our best selves every day, because we are in this together. Whether you lead yourself, a team, or the company, everyone has a voice at A&F Co.

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