Administrative Assistant - A&F Co.

Company Description

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

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Responsible for Americas Product team & NA Stores leads calendar management, requiring interaction with internal leaders and cross-functional teams to coordinate a variety of complex meetings in parallel to the branded Global calendars. 
• Partner with Global Admins and the Brand Operations team on branded meetings and product milestones relative to Americas needs.  
• Assist with administrative financial management and budgetary needs of the department.  
• Answer phones and direct all incoming calls promptly and efficiently. 
• Arrange travel schedule for leaders. 
• Manage team contact lists. Help update communication distribution channels as team members join (or leave) the team. 
• Provide support to find conference rooms, order supplies, send out general communication for the team.  
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through issues and deadlines in a timely manner. 
• Assist with communications and event planning needs of the department.

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience  
• Experience as an Administrative Assistant or other administrative role (preferred)
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse personalities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong decision making and proactive problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines calmly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Exceptional calendar and time management skills
• Proper presentation, development, and editing skills
• Effective analytical, listening, and writing skills

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 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!

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER