Act as owner of the Gilly Hicks brand for EMEA Stores and Web, reporting into Buying Director
Engage in foundational work to understand the brand position and current Gilly Hicks customer
Create the high-level strategies for the brand, ensuring they are consistent with overall HCo family of brands identity
Following each season, execute a detailed hindsight / strategic line review process at the department level to inform future strategy and identify line list needs for design
Create product architecture to execute key strategies
Be the expert in current selling analysis and historical selling knowledge for the region
Present weekly selling / business updates as part of a regular Monday review process, evaluating performance, proposing tactical improvements, and consolidating results into a summary to be shared with the Home Office
Leverage financial and strategic capabilities to influence promotions, pricing, product placement, etc. as well as product development and assortments
Intimately understand regional customers’ preferences and interests by observing shopping patterns, regularly shopping competitors, aspirational brands / runway and monitoring media platforms
Share updates on trend and customer engagement with key partners across the organization
Participate in central assortment reviews on a seasonal basis, contributing ideas, identifying top items, and preparing for seasonal buys
Connect remotely and in-person with Home Office Visual Merchandising teams to coordinate floorsets
This job is located at our Global Home Office in London, UK.
What Do You Need To Bring?
Bachelor’s or undergraduate University degree equivalent
Merchandising or Buying experience, preferably in apparel
Proven ability to thrive in team-based settings
Passion for the buying role, fashion retail, customer research, and the family of brands
Desire to take ownership for a portion of a multi-billion-dollar business
An acute eye for product and trend
A deep understanding of sales analysis and financial metrics that relate to your business
Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently to leadership
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed by the department
A high comfort-level with analytical sales tools and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.
Our Values
We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. 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.
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
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 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
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
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
General Business
Industries
Apparel & Fashion and Retail
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