Assistant/Associate Analyst, Forecasting at Abercrombie and Fitch Co.

Columbus, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forecasting, Trend analysis, Inventory analysis, Data analysis, Supply chain management, Financial planning, Retail planning, Strategic decision making, Presentation skills, Cross-functional collaboration, Demand planning, Exception-based analysis, Market research, Communication, Analytical skills

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description 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. What Will You Be Doing? 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 What Do You Need To Bring? 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 Prior experience with trend analysis and event forecasting preferred 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 Our Company 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. Benefits & Perks 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 Co. is committed to providing 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 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! Additional Information ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Responsibilities

The analyst will create location-level forecasts using trend and seasonality data to optimize inventory distribution and supply chain decisions. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with market insights and present findings to senior leadership.