Assistant/Associate Specialist, Third Party Operations
Company Description
Job Description
The Third Party Operations Specialist will be responsible for the end-to-end management of third-party orders, fostering strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires a strategic mindset combined with executional excellence, particularly in product development and sourcing. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a passion for problem-solving and driving business success.
This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
What Will You Be Doing?
- End-to-End Order Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of third-party orders, including inventory securing, order management, and logistics tracking
- Catalog Maintenance: Maintain an up-to-date catalog of items to facilitate third-party buying and ensure product availability
- Product Liquidation: Manage end-of-life processes and product liquidation for third-party orders
- Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as the main point of contact with internal sourcing and product development teams, providing updates and item-level management for third-party orders
- Issue Resolution: Communicate and manage production-related issues or opportunities with relevant stakeholders, effectively problem-solving to mitigate any occurrences
- Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with sourcing and production teams, regional product teams, and territory buyers to secure and facilitate third-party orders
What Do You Need To Bring?
- College degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 1+ years in related product development or sourcing role preferred
- Basic understanding of production development timelines and calendars
- Proficient in MS Office and Excel, working knowledge of systems that house product information (i.e. PLM)
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously, with keen attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and process implementation
- Eagerness to creatively solve problems and drive business profitability and growth
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
- 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 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
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