Manager in Training

3 Months ago • All levels

Teaching

Job Description

The Manager in Training program is a 90-day blended-learning initiative designed to immerse participants in all aspects of managing a multi-million dollar business. Training occurs in store locations and covers essential management principles, including creating the best in-store experience, recruitment, inclusion and diversity, human resources, store operations, and visual merchandising. Successful completion of the program leads to the Assistant Manager role and is the primary pathway for leadership within the company, with many senior leaders having started in this program. This role is ideal for self-starters with strong interpersonal and communication skills who are driven to achieve results.

Must Have:

Bachelor's degree
Strong problem-solving skills
Inclusion & Diversity awareness
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Team building skills
Self-starter
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Drive to achieve results

Perks:

Quarterly Incentive Bonus Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Volunteer Day per Year
Merchandise Discount
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Available
Life and Disability Insurance
Associate Assistance Program
Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match
Training and Development
Opportunities for Career Advancement

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Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a leading, global specialty retailer of apparel and accessories for men, women and kids through five renowned brands. The iconic Abercrombie & Fitch brand was born in 1892 and aims to make every day feel as exceptional as the start of a long weekend. abercrombie kids sees the world through kids’ eyes, where play is life and every day is an opportunity to be anything and better anything. The Hollister brand believes in liberating the spirit of an endless summer inside everyone and making teens feel celebrated and comfortable in their own skin. Gilly Hicks, offering intimates, loungewear and sleepwear, is designed to invite everyone to embrace who they are underneath it all. Social Tourist, the creative vision of Hollister and social media personalities, Dixie and Charli D’Amelio, offers trend forward apparel that allows teens to experiment with their style, while exploring the duality of who they are both on social media and in real life.

The brands share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that allow consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates approximately 730 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites www.abercrombie.com, www.abercrombiekids.com, www.hollisterco.com, www.gillyhicks.com, and www.socialtourist.com.

Job Description

The Program

The Manager in Training program is a blended-learning, 90 day program focused on immersing a manager in all aspects involved in running a multi-million dollar business. Training takes place in store locations. The program trains you on the necessary principles of management including creating the best in-store experience, recruiting, inclusion & diversity, human resources, store operations and visual merchandising.

The Career Progression

The MIT must complete the training to be moved on into the Assistant Manager role. Successful completion of the program is the first step for leadership. The company strongly advocates philosophy of growth from within. All of our District Managers, Regional Managers, Directors, even our Vice President of Stores have gone through the MIT Program.

Qualifications

What it Takes

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Strong problem solving skills
Inclusion & Diversity awareness
Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
Team building skills
Self-starter
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Drive to achieve results

Additional Information

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: