Sourcing Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Job Description

Sourcing at Abercrombie & Fitch oversees the development and bulk production of product from initial design through final delivery. The team helps source the highest quality raw materials, communicates with vendors and suppliers daily, and manages execution and follow-up for a specific product category (denim, knits, etc.). Sourcing Specialists also ensure the timely delivery of quality, profitable goods. The Sourcing team works closely with both Apparel and Tech Designers, Merchants, and Merchandise Planners to manage product strategy and hit business goals.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Owning the production process, and working directly with our global vendor base to develop our product from initial design through final delivery.
• Foster strong relationships with our vendors and factories while collaborating with teams at the Home Office to ensure the timely delivery of high quality, profitable goods.
• Managing the Retail Merchandising System (RMS) for commitment / purchase order issuance and maintenance, communicating with external vendors, ordering and tracking incoming samples (requested by PR and Marketing)
• Maintaining accurate production charts and tools that are consistent with the RMS system
• Communicating and managing any production related issues or opportunities with relevant internal teams.
• Assisting with administrative tasks for the department as needed

What Do You Need To Bring?

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 :

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER