Associate Product Owner - Affiliate Platforms

Company Description

Job Description

At Abercrombie & Fitch, The Associate Product Owner (Affiliate Platforms) works at the intersection of business, technology, and design to define and deliver human-centric, digitally enabled experiences throughout the ecosystem for our global brands. This highly visible and collaborative role is focused on identifying and delivering value within their respective internal digital product area as part of A&F’s Audience Strategy & Marketing Technology team. This role operates strategically in developing the Marketing organization's vision and direction for Affiliate Platforms while tactically inspiring cross-functional teams and leading the daily activities enabling their product area.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Collaborating with cross-functional areas (Marketing Strategy, Design, Content, IT, Analytics) to identify and deliver value through a human-centric, digitally enabled ecosystem.
• Identifying and documenting business requirements in the format of product epics, features, user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Conducting and coordinating User Acceptance Testing of new product features/capabilities.
• Supporting the day-to-day management and prioritization of Affiliate Platforms product backlog based on performance while maintaining balance between innovative capabilities and foundational refinements and enablers.
• Supporting internal communications pertaining to new feature launches, bug fixes, and enhancements
• Providing end-to-end subject matter expertise internally and as a resource for any marketing needs related to Affiliate Platforms.
• Participating in digital product activities (story mapping, scrums, stand-ups, design reviews, sprint demos, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.)
• Researching the current and future state of the Affiliate Platform sector, providing ad-hoc audits and information gathering to support capability and enhancement planning.
• Drive awareness of Affiliate Platform capabilities across the organization. Assist in planning and executing knowledge shares and presentations. Help create documentation and reference materials on Affiliate programs/platforms.

What Do You Need To Bring?

• 4-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• 1 or more years of retail industry experience or equivalent domain experience.
• Prior experience with workflow management tools such as Jira
• Proficiency at appropriately applying Design Thinking, Agile, and Lean methods to identify and deliver high-value business and customer outcomes through digital products.
• Well-versed in modern digital technologies and ability to facilitate communication and activities between business, technology, and design teams.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to influence both at a strategic leadership level and cross-functionally. Able to translate business and technology needs to any audience.
• Strategic mindset and bias for action with strong ability for strategic planning, defining OKR’s, and driving business outcomes through digital products.
• A proven track record of delivering innovative and engaging user experiences informed by data and insights.
• Ability to perform well in high-pressure situations, balance competing priorities, and demonstrate the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Natural leader, with ability to bring a group to consensus and inspire enthusiasm towards the goals of the team. Preferred Experience:
• 2 or more years of experience with Software Development Life Cycle
• Prior experience with Affiliate Management Platforms (Impact, Partnerize, Duel)

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas. 

Our Values

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. 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.

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:

• Incentive Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off and Work From Anywhere Flexibility
• Paid Volunteer Day per Year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Merchandise Discount
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Available
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Associate Assistance Program
• Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Access to Carrot to support your unique parenthood journey
• Access to Headspace dedicated to creating healthier, happier lives from the inside out
• 401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Opportunities for Career Advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• A Global Team of People Who'll Celebrate you for Being YOU

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Notice (For Colorado, New York, California and Washington): The recruiting pay range for this position is $58,000 - $78,000. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your years of experience, your work location, comparison to other employees in similar or related roles, or market demands. The range may be modified in the future.