Assistant Associate Analyst Supply Chain Strategy - A&f Co

a&f stores

📍 columbus ohio united states🕐 2mo ago🔗 workday

Job Description

**Job Description:** At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., our Supply Chain is on a journey to build an AI-enabled, Always-On network that keeps the customer at the center of everything we do. Our priorities are grounded in Capacity, Capability, and Connectivity as we navigate Cost and Chaos in a dynamic environment. The Supply Chain Strategy team serves as the function’s “offensive coordinator” — translating corporate strategy and long-range plans into a multi-year roadmap of investments across distribution, transportation, technology, and capabilities. **What You’ll Do** **Strategic Roadmap & Portfolio Management** * Own and maintain the project on the multi-year Supply Chain Strategy roadmap, from intake through approval * Act as roadmap owner for key initiatives, aligning Digital & Technology, Supply Chain, Finance, and leadership on scope, dependencies, and sequencing * Manage centralized tracking of strategic initiatives and ensure portfolio prioritization in partnership with Corporate Portfolio Management * Bridge strategy to execution, transitioning initiatives to Operations teams once aligned * Translate complex operational, system, and corporate priorities into structured insights and execution-ready plans * Lead analysis for key initiatives, including operational, financial, and system impacts to inform leadership decisions * Conduct benchmarking and external research to validate assumptions and opportunities **Cross-Functional Alignment & Storytelling** * Translate complex network and roadmap content into clear, executive-ready storytelling (visuals, headlines, and talking points) * Develop data-driven recommendations aligned to corporate and supply chain priorities * Lead working sessions to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and align stakeholders * Drive follow-ups, resolve open questions, and ensure alignment ahead of key decisions **AI & Innovation** * Support and advance Supply Chain’s AI strategy and adoption * Incorporate AI tools into day-to-day analysis and workflows * Stay current on emerging tools and capabilities to drive continuous improvement **What You Bring** * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field, plus 2+ years of relevant experience * Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; ability to build executive-ready models and presentations * Working knowledge of Power BI, SharePoint, Teams, and AI/Copilot tools * Familiarity with supply chain concepts such as fulfillment models, network flows, and operating structures * Curiosity for AI and emerging technologies * Strong cross-functional partnership and collaboration skills * Clear, concise communication with the ability to deliver executive-level storytelling * High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset * Ability to adapt, stay flexible, and navigate change with a positive attitude * SQL knowledge preferred * Strategy experience preferred **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!  **Company Description** Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F 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 brands and Hollister brands, 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 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. Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website [here.](https://corporate.abercrombie.com/) **ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.**
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