Assistant Field Recruiter, Central North America Stores
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Field Recruiter is responsible for full life cycle recruiting for A&F Co.'s portfolio of brands in central North America. The recruiter is focused on delivering high quality management talent to stores in their region through developing targeted attraction strategies, delivering a best in class candidate experience and developing an expertise in talent evaluation. The field recruiter has a natural curiosity and leverages data and insights to drive hiring success. They are authentically able to share our unique employee value proposition with candidates and build strong relationships with our store managers and leaders. This person has a passion for our brands, culture, people and is a champion for bringing diverse perspectives to our A&F family of brands. This position is remote, based out of a major Midwest, supporting Central North America Stores. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
Manage full lifecycle recruiting for management roles in central North America stores from open role to onboarding
Develop new and innovative localized attraction strategies that drive diverse talent to A&F, specific to supported markets
Partner with Regional, District and Store managers to align on open roles and desired profile
Develop proactive pipeline and sourcing strategies to deliver the right talent, at the right time
Network and build relationships with future talent
Provide a best-in-class candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
Summarize and present candidate feedback and hiring recommendations to District Managers
Leverage data and innovation to drive results, share industry knowledge and customer insights to fine tune process
Stay curious and research best practices to help drive I&D strategy; provide tools to ensure effective execution of I&D initiatives
Create innovative solutions to strengthen diversity, inclusion, and cultural competencies within the store population
Project manage and support ad hoc initiatives - employer branding, data & analytics, vendor management etc.
Required to travel, up to 35% of the time, to attend local recruiting events, engage with key universities, etc.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?
Bachelor’s Degree or related experience
1+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition or related experience
Engaging personality with the ability to respond quickly and positively to change and ambiguity
Strong networking skills through a variety of platforms (i.e. LinkedIn, in person, email, etc.)
A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
Successful track record in building and maintaining relationships
Proven ability to maintain a high volume of work with quality and speed
Extreme curiosity and desire to learn
Passion for recruitment technology and interest in driving future investments
Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings
Passion for retail and the Abercrombie & Fitch co. family of brands
Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently to leadership
Strong orientation to quality, continuous improvement and customer service
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
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a portfolio of global lifestyle brands (Abercrombie & Fitch Co., abercrombie kids, Hollister, and Gilly Hicks) that share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort – allowing consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style. The company operates approximately 850 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites www.abercrombie.com and www.hollisterco.com.