Assistant/Associate Analyst, Inventory OperationsThe Assistant/Associate Analyst, Inventory Operations is a central corporate service role enabling the company to achieve strategic objectives and financial goals through global inventory strategies.This role is the Center of Excellence for location planning, spearheading the development of strategic inventory processes, ensuring seamless coordination across regions and maintaining a global view of key inventory benchmarks.The Assistant/Associate Analyst, Inventory Operations will be working closely with the Supply Chain, Planning, Store Operations and Finance Teams to provide end to end strategic inventory alignment. This role requires a strategic mindset combined with a keen attention to detail and data accuracy. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a passion for problem-solving and thrives in a fast-paced environment.What Will You Be Doing?Develop and implement a comprehensive global inventory strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align inventory goals with sales forecasts, delivery schedules, and omni-channel market demands.Drive accurate placement of inventory by region, DC, and store while maintaining company level KPIsSupport the Stores and Store Operation teams through capacity modeling, offsite analysis, and strategy execution needs.Lead efforts to optimize inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing carrying costs and stockouts.Own the location level inventory plan in partnership with merchandise planning to ensure financial and service metrics are met.Work collectively with supply chain, visual merchandising, and testing to ensure inventory readiness for all promotions and events.Develop and implement inventory management strategies that accommodate end of life inventory management across all selling channels.Develop and implement assortment segmentation strategies based on product characteristics, demand patterns, and sales forecasts.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of inventory management processes globally.Proactively identify potential risks to inventory management and develop mitigation strategies.Monitor inventory health across all locations and nodes and address aged or inefficient inventory.What will you need to bring?2-5+ years of experience and Bachelor's Degree in economics, finance, data analytics, data visualization or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferredExperience in location planning within fashion industryExcellent math, organization, and time management skillsProficient in MS Office and Excel, Power BIStrong ability to handle and understand analytical data, with keen attention to detail and accuracyExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teamsThrives in a fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and process implementationEagerness to creatively solve problems and drive business profitability and growthWhat You'll GetAs 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 is committed to providing simple, 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 program401(K) savings plan with company matchAnnual companywide review processFlexible spending accountsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceAssociate assistance programPaid parental and adoption leaveAccess to fertility and adoption benefits through CarrotAccess to mental health and wellness app, HeadspacePaid Caregiver LeaveMobile StipendPaid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your communityWork from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are "work from anywhere" days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)Seven associate wellness half days per yearOnsite fitness centerMerchandise discount on all of our brandsOpportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from withinAccess to multiple Associate Resource GroupsGlobal team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.