Leadership Development Program – Supply Chain

The A&F Leadership Development Programs are highly competitive initiatives, unique for their entrepreneurial structure, and provide immediate exposure to senior level leaders. With a "promote from within" mentality, these programs have been designed to shape top candidates into the future leaders of our company. We want students who are motivated, creative, and strategic - natural leaders seeking to drive results in a team-based environment.

The comprehensive programs will include:

• Combination of classroom sessions and on-the-job training
• Relationship with a mentor to guide learning in the new role
• Interactive presentations from a variety of senior leaders in the company
• An open and inclusive learning environment with fellow associates
• Integrated social activities to help transition to Columbus and the unique corporate culture at A&F
• Preparation to effectively manage a portion of the business in one of our critical areas at Home Office

Supply Chain Analysts support our global logistics network to efficiently deliver products for our brands, building a diverse skill set during rotations through multiple facets of the organization. Our Supply Chain team synchronizes supply and demand, while measuring global business performance.

• Full time Trainees will have 2-3 rotations across financial and accounting disciplines before solidifying a long-term department.
• Rotational opportunities can include:
  • Transportation:
    Managing and providing internal customer support for all merchandise deliveries globally. Managing contracts, rates, and processes. Providing actionable data analysis to internal customers to make key business decisions.
  • Global Trade:
    Ensuring compliance of all international trade laws and supply chain security requirements applicable to the countries in which transactions crossing an international customs territory are conducted.
  • Distribution Center Operations:
    Distributing all product to stores throughout North America in an accurate, efficient, and speedy manner.
  • Direct to Consumer Distribution Operations:
    Fulfilling e-commerce/direct to consumer orders throughout North America and in select markets around the world. Creating and delivering a best-in-class customer experience through order presentations, accuracy, and click-to-door shipping speed.
  • OMNI Operations:
    Supporting various digital-infused functions within our global click-to-delivery and Omnichannel portfolio - including areas such as payments, ship from store, purchase and pickup, order in store, and order management. Driving success in customer expectation messaging/management and supporting the movement of product to consumers.
  • Project Management & Engineering:
    Providing support for the distribution center operations team and partnering to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Procurement:
    Work with cross functional partners to determine vendor service requirements to support the business. Facilitate Strategic Sourcing via Request for Information and Request for Proposals to select vendors. Support contract and pricing negotiations.
  • Supply Chain Data and Visibility:
    Ensuring accurate, real-time data is accessible across the supply chain to support informed decision-making. They integrate and monitor data to provide transparency, reduce disruptions, and improve operational efficiency.
  • Forecasting Inventory Operations:
    Analyze historical data and market trends to predict future inventory needs. They ensure the right products are available at the right time, and right place. They collaborate with supply chain and planning teams to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and improve service levels.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Passion for the A&F brands and the role
• Pro…