Abercrombie and Fitch Co. | Assistant/Associate ...

Company Description Job Description The Third Party Operations Specialist will be responsible for the end-to-end management of third-party orders, fostering strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires a strategic mindset combined with executional excellence, particularly in product development and sourcing. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a passion for problem-solving and driving business success. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio. What Will You Be Doing? End-to-End Order Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of third-party orders, including inventory securing, order management, and logistics tracking Catalog Maintenance: Maintain an up-to-date catalog of items to facilitate third-party buying and ensure product availability Product Liquidation: Manage end-of-life processes and product liquidation for third-party orders Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as the main point of contact with internal sourcing and product development teams, providing updates and item-level management for third-party orders Issue Resolution: Communicate and manage production-related issues or opportunities with relevant stakeholders, effectively problem-solving to mitigate any occurrences Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with sourcing and production teams, regional product teams, and territory buyers to secure and facilitate third-party orders What Do You Need To Bring? College degree or equivalent experience preferred 1-2 years in related product development or sourcing role preferred Basic understanding of production development timelines and calendars Proficient in MS Office and Excel, working knowledge of systems that house product information (i.e. PLM) Strong ability to manage multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously, with keen attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and process implementation Eagerness to creatively solve problems and drive business profitability and growth Our Company 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. Our Values Our corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Workâ„¢ Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities. 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: 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 & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are "work from anywhere" days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year) Seven associate wellness half days per year Onsite fitness center 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! Job Description Qualifications Additional Information ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Videos To Watch

Created: 2024-11-29