Abercrombie
Manager, Store Design Franchise & Licensing
Abercrombie, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Manager, Store Design Franchise & Licensing
Full-timeJob Description
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.The Manager, Store Design Franchise & Licensing will serve as a key liaison with external partners as we build out our Franchise partnerships and process, ensuring our store design & experiences come through in franchise stores. This person has a collaborative approach, is future focused, customer-centric and dedicated to creating exceptional experiences aligned with our brand strategies. This person has an “all hands-on deck” approach and is well versed in both store concepting and technical retail store design.This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.What Will You Be Doing?Act as the lead Store Design contact for Franchise partners.Develop a solid understanding of our current owned and operated process to become a brand expert.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to help inform and develop a process that meets our capital and franchise business needs within team capacity.Create Franchise partner training materials.Manage and lead Franchise/Licensee partner onboarding.Work with Franchise partners to develop and deliver store strategies and experiences which are locally relevant while maintaining our brand guidelines and global brand consistency.Partner closely with internal stakeholders to communicate store design plans ensuring visibility and alignment.Manage coordination & organization between internal cross-functional partners & external partners to ensure all deliverables and deadlines are met.What Do You Need To Bring?Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience in Interior Design or Architecture8+ years of retail design experience requiredProficient use of AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-up & 3D Modeling ProgramsKnowledge of general domestic & international code restrictionsGeneral understanding of constructabilityOrganized and ability to multi-task in a dynamic environmentSelf-motivated – ability to work independently and drive resultsTeam player – collaborate effectively with a team and diverse group of business partnersReceptive to feedback from team and multiple business partnersEnergetic, positive, creative problem solver with a solution-based outlookOur CompanyAbercrombie & 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.Our ValuesOur corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign.What You'll GetAs 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!401(K) savings plan with company matchFlexible spending accountsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceAssociate assistance programPaid parental and adoption leaveAccess to fertility and adoption benefits through CarrotAccess to mental health and wellness app, HeadspacePaid Caregiver LeavePaid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your communityWork 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 yearOnsite fitness centerMerchandise discount on all of our brandsOpportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from withinAccess to multiple Associate Resource GroupsGlobal team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Full-timeJob Description
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.The Manager, Store Design Franchise & Licensing will serve as a key liaison with external partners as we build out our Franchise partnerships and process, ensuring our store design & experiences come through in franchise stores. This person has a collaborative approach, is future focused, customer-centric and dedicated to creating exceptional experiences aligned with our brand strategies. This person has an “all hands-on deck” approach and is well versed in both store concepting and technical retail store design.This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.What Will You Be Doing?Act as the lead Store Design contact for Franchise partners.Develop a solid understanding of our current owned and operated process to become a brand expert.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to help inform and develop a process that meets our capital and franchise business needs within team capacity.Create Franchise partner training materials.Manage and lead Franchise/Licensee partner onboarding.Work with Franchise partners to develop and deliver store strategies and experiences which are locally relevant while maintaining our brand guidelines and global brand consistency.Partner closely with internal stakeholders to communicate store design plans ensuring visibility and alignment.Manage coordination & organization between internal cross-functional partners & external partners to ensure all deliverables and deadlines are met.What Do You Need To Bring?Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience in Interior Design or Architecture8+ years of retail design experience requiredProficient use of AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-up & 3D Modeling ProgramsKnowledge of general domestic & international code restrictionsGeneral understanding of constructabilityOrganized and ability to multi-task in a dynamic environmentSelf-motivated – ability to work independently and drive resultsTeam player – collaborate effectively with a team and diverse group of business partnersReceptive to feedback from team and multiple business partnersEnergetic, positive, creative problem solver with a solution-based outlookOur CompanyAbercrombie & 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.Our ValuesOur corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign.What You'll GetAs 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!401(K) savings plan with company matchFlexible spending accountsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceAssociate assistance programPaid parental and adoption leaveAccess to fertility and adoption benefits through CarrotAccess to mental health and wellness app, HeadspacePaid Caregiver LeavePaid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your communityWork 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 yearOnsite fitness centerMerchandise discount on all of our brandsOpportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from withinAccess to multiple Associate Resource GroupsGlobal team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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