Director, Corporate Strategy

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the VP of Corporate Strategy, the Director of Corporate Strategy plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction and driving key initiatives. This individual partners with executive leadership to identify growth opportunities, address complex business challenges, and ensure alignment with overarching organizational objectives. They lead cross-functional teams, manage high-impact projects, and inspire a high-performing strategy team to deliver exceptional results. This job is located on-site at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred
8–12 years of experience in strategy, consulting, corporate strategy, or similar roles (retail, consumer, or omnichannel experience strongly preferred)
Ability to translate complex challenges into actionable strategies that drive growth and innovation.
Inspires, motivates, and develops a high-performing strategy team.
Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
Approaches complex challenges with structured thinking and innovative solutions.
Builds strong relationships with executive leadership, external partners, and cross-functional teams.
Ensures timely and high-quality delivery of strategic initiatives and projects
Ability to connect strategy to financial outcomes and operational plans
Ability to synthesize complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives for executive audiences
Ability to “get things done” in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort with ambiguity and able to create structure where it does not exist

Responsibilities

Develop and articulate long-term strategies that align with organizational goals, informed by market trends and competitive insights.
Partner with executive leadership to evaluate and prioritize strategic opportunities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Lead large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with significant business impact, ensuring high-quality deliverables and timely execution including preparing materials and facilitating workshops.
Build and manage a high-performing team, providing mentorship and fostering professional growth.
Drive organizational change initiatives, ensuring adoption and measurable impact.
Analyze industry trends, competitive dynamics, and market shifts to inform strategic recommendations.

Benefits

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
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!