District Manager, Stores A&F Co. (Philadelphia)

Job Description 

Our A&F Co. District Managers lead people, product, and process strategies to deliver a customer-centric brand experience that drive district store results.  District Managers are responsible for training and developing within their specified area, and accountable for overall operations of each store in their charge.  The District Manager will be responsible for managing all brands in the district, including Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Abercrombie kids.

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Create exciting and engaging environment by upholding company’s vision and standards
• Generate new ideas to improve store experience
• Train and manage associates to engage with customers and ensure thy have a great store experience
• Stay informed on new products and share knowledge with stores associates and customers to drive sales results
• Leads and executes company management initiatives, to develop store managers and general managers for career progression
• Manage annual reviews, participates in hiring decisions, and identifies opportunities to maintain high retention
• Approves schedules and manages budget
• Creates engaging environment by upholding A&F Co. vision and setting the example of being business minded and customer focused
• Partners with teams to ensure salesfloor follows visual guidelines and creates floorset placement maps to drive sales
• Resolves operational and customer issues
• Partners with Asset Protection team, cross functional DM’s, and teams to ensure we are working efficiently and effectively

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience  
• 4+ years of experience in a Retail Management role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams remotely 
• Ability to evaluate circumstances and make timely decisions based on company apprehension guidelines  
• Ability to work nights, evenings, and weekends appropriate to retail business needs  
• Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings 
• Successful track record in building and maintaining relationships 
• Engaging and optimistic personality with the ability to respond quickly and positively to change 
• High standards and attention to detail 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deliverables effectively
• Passion for retail and the Abercrombie & Fitch Co. family of brands 

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
• 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 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! 

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER