Manager in Training

Job Description:

The Manager in Training (MIT) program is a 90-day blended-learning program focused on the essential skills needed to run a multi-million-dollar business. MIT’s are provided with a combination of support training, on-the-job learning, and coaching from their supervisor on the topics of Store Operations, Business Management, Customer Experience, Floor Supervision and Talent Management. 
 
Successful completion of this program is the first step for leadership and will provide the foundational skills necessary for running a store and assist in building working relationships with the team. 
 
The program includes regular touch points and a 30, 60, and 90 day progress check-in with the supervisor. This program empowers the MIT to develop autonomously and creates strong, long-term career guiding support from their team. Successful completion of this program will lead to the Assistant Manager role. As an assistant manager you will be involved in the whole operation of running a store, such as staffing Hiring & Training, Analyzes &Track Business, Drive Business Success, Visual Marketing & Merchandising, Competitor & market analysis and human resource management. 
 
The company strongly advocates a philosophy of promotion from within. All of our District Managers, Regional Managers, Directors - even the Sr. Vice President of Stores- have gone through the MIT program. With the growth of the company domestically and internationally, career opportunities for an MIT have never been better. 

What You’ll Do 

• Customer Experience 
• Drives Sales 
• OMNI Channel Fulfillment 
• Store Presentation and Sales Floor Supervision 
• Store & Stockroom Operations 
• Staffing, Scheduling, and Payroll Management 
• Training and Development 
• Communication 
• Asset Protection 

What It Takes

·Bachelor’s degree 

·Strong problem-solving skills 

·Ability to show up in a fast-paced and challenging environment 

·Team building skills 

·Self-starter 

·Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

·Drive to achieve results 

·Adaptability / Flexibility 

·Multi-Tasking 

·Fashion Interest & Knowledge

Our 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 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: 

·13th month bonus 

·Monthly Sale Incentive Bonus Program 

·Six social insurance and one housing fund

·Generous paid time off 

·Paid Volunteer Day per Year, allowing you to give back to your community 

·Merchandise Discount in all brands

·Leadership Training and Development 

·Opportunities for Career Advancement, promoting from within

Company Description

Abercrombie & 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.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, 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 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.

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

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