Contractor - Apparel Design Production

Company Description

Job Description

The Apparel Design Production Contractor plays a key role in supporting the product development process from concept to production. This position ensures timely execution of deliverables, maintains organization of design assets, and collaborates across teams to achieve seasonal goals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a 6 month contract, with the potential to go full time.

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

What Will You Be Doing?

Develop a strong understanding of the product development process and manage deliverables for each stage.

Update trimsheets and maintain accuracy throughout the product development process.

Enter and manage data in PLM and Smart Sheet, including lap dip entries.

Track fit samples and ensure timely delivery to Design and Tech teams for review prior to fit sessions.

Prepare materials for daily production needs (i.e. Pantones, submits, artwork).

Maintain organization of samples, submits, trim boards, and related assets.

Assist with meeting preparation by assembling chip boards and supplemental visuals.

What Do You Need To Bring?

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Fashion, or related experience.

Experience in PLM systems a plus.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication and collaboration 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 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