Assistant/Associate Analyst, Forecasting

Abercrombie and Fitch Co.•Columbus, OH

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Assistant Forecast Analysts are responsible for using sophisticated tools to create accurate location level forecasts using trend and seasonality along with other early indicators. This forecast is used to distribute inventory and shape future inventory plans across domestic, international, and e-commerce channels. Forecast Analysts will be aligning inventory analysis, financial goals, and emerging trends to build the strategies that maximize our product success and profitability. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or related experience
1-2+ years of related experience in retail Planning
Passion for the A&F Co. brands and the role
Proven leadership experience
Ability to thrive in team-based settings and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners
Desire to take on the responsibility of running a portion of a multi-billion-dollar business
Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently with senior-level leaders
Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment
Desire & curiosity to learn more

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with trend analysis and event forecasting preferred

Responsibilities

Performing analysis of historical selling patterns and early indicators helping to predict location selling that drive supply chain decisions and influence product placement
Demand planner will use exception-based analysis to improve forecast accuracy to achieve preseason financial strategies
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop business strategies, managing profitability, and reacting to change while making strategic decisions based on current sales and inventory information
Researching the global market customer migration patterns and leveraging data and insights to provide actionable insights that drive the most informed forecast
Clearly presenting forecast and inventory analysis performance to company financial objectives and strategies to senior leadership, providing insight on demand, customer insights, and trend ideas

Benefits

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
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and 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!