Associate Franchise Account Manager

Job Description:
Our Associate Franchise Account Manager provides the foundation to regional expansion through 3rd party partners and ensures our Brand presence is Globally consistent, but locally relevant across the world. This role will focus on supporting our Account Manager in the daily operations of overseeing and managing a Territory Partner. This person will also assist in driving process evolution to ensure sustainable growth potential in this channel and establishing consistency through training and tools.
Our team focuses on building relationships across key internal functional teams, regional offices and 3rd party partners to align on priorities and growth strategies. We work to provide the framework for our partners to be successful in representing our Brands within their Territory. Our goal is proper Brand representation that reaches each partner’s unique customer and drives growth across all brands/genders.
This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
What Will You Be Doing?
Support the Account Manager in leading the coordination of all aspects of the Franchise partner(s) relationship.
Regularly review performance metrics and revenue forecast within channel in collaboration with Franchisee(s), finance and regional team
Problem solve with the Account Manager to address Franchise partner concerns promptly and work collaboratively to find solutions
Assist in managing complex strategies across multiple internal and external teams. Building trust with internal and external partners will be key.
Demonstrate a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset when partnering cross- functionally and engaging with the franchisee
Drive process evolution as need is identified to ensure sustainable growth across total channel.
What Do You Need To Bring?
Bachelor’s Degree or related experience
2+ years prior experience working in corporate retail, with franchise experience being a plus
Understanding of retail product development timeline/calendar
Experience working well in a cross-functional team environment as well as with external partnerships
Strong communication skills, including comfort in presenting
Motivated by business profitability and prospect of business growth
Organizational skills & ability to manage many simultaneous workstreams
Curiosity & eagerness to creatively solve problems
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs – esp. Excel, Powerpoint, and Word
Desire to learn & hunger for more!
What You'll Get
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 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 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 & 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 & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Onsite fitness center
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.
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.