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About the Role

Planners are the strategic drivers of our product teams, shaping the inventory and financial strategy behind every product. Interpreting and balancing current sales, inventory analysis, financial goals, and emerging trends, our Merchandise Planners build the strategies that maximize our product success and profitability. Planners forecast future product performance, establish sales strategies across domestic, international, and e-commerce channels, and strategically manage our inventory around the world. This role will support our EMEA planning business and be located at our Regional Head Office in London, England.

Responsibilities

Support sales and margin for assigned departments by delivering analysis and reporting.
Partner with the buying team to research the global market and build profitable financial plans.
Forecast product distribution strategies by analyzing sales data and inventory levels across channels.
Present selling and inventory analysis, performance-to-plan results, and strategies to senior leadership.
Manage inventory by reconciling receipts and recommending chase or markdown/promo actions.
Build reports and analysis for reviewing color selling, size selling, channel, pricing, and other mid-level analysis.
Conduct site walks to ensure assortment accuracy, pricing, and product presentation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience
Proficiency in Excel (Power BI is a plus)
Passion for A&F Co. brands and the role
Proven leadership experience
Ability to thrive in team-based settings and collaborate with cross-functional partners
Desire to take on responsibility for managing a portion of a multi-billion-dollar business
Strong presentation skills and confidence communicating with senior-level leaders
Ability to balance analytical capability with an interest in the creative process
Adaptability to a fast-paced environment
Curiosity and desire to learn

Skills

Excel
Power BI
Leadership
Collaboration
Presentation
Analytical capability
Adaptability

Location

London, England

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Assistant
Associate

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

About the Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories.
The company caters to kids through millennials with curated assortments for their specific lifestyle needs.
A&F Co. operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands.
Each brand shares a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort.
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as e-commerce sites.

Equal Opportunity

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.