Procurement Specialist - Digital & Technology

Job Description

Company Description

Job Description

Digital & Technology (D&T) Procurement manages all global technology sourcing activities for Abercrombie & Fitch. The D&T Procurement Specialist serves as a central point of contact within the source to pay process, facilitating fundamental supplier relationship processes and driving continuous improvement across procurement operations. This role is ideal for a highly organized, naturally curious self starter with strong critical thinking skills who thrives in a fast paced, digitally led environment. Success in this role requires flexibility, collaboration, and the ability to build strong partnerships across business stakeholders and strategic suppliers, as the position involves a high degree of cross functional coordination.

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

What Will You Be Doing?

Oversee strategic sourcing to strengthen digital & technology services

Collaborate cross-functionally with D&T, Legal, and Finance teams to negotiate and execute favorable contracts with suppliers

Own supplier negotiations, from initial proposal analysis to final contract terms, ensuring optimal value and alignment with business goals

Manage sourcing event (RFI/RFP/RFQ) processes, evaluate supplier responses, and make data-driven recommendations

Facilitate supplier intake and onboarding processes, including the third-party risk review for new suppliers

Support ongoing supplier relationship management

Utilize procurement technology and artificial intelligence streamline workflows and support digital transformation

Contribute to continuous improvement through process optimization and automation initiatives

What Do You Need To Bring?

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Minimum 5 years of experience driving sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations

Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to engage effectively and professionally at all levels of the organization, globally

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines in a fast paced, evolving environment

High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and consistent follow through

Collaborative mindset with a demonstrated ability to build strong business partnerships

Self motivated, resilient problem solver with a creative and proactive approach to work

Ability to follow appropriate protocols to work with protected vendor data and maintain confidentiality

Flexibility to work occasional alternate hours to accommodate partners in Asia and Europe

A strong desire to learn, grow, and continuously improve

Familiarity with typical procurement tools (Ariba, iValua, Oracle), Microsoft Office and Teams Collaboration, and Artificial Intelligence

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! Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Full-time

Hybrid remote