Manager, Store Maintenance

Job Description 

Store Maintenance at A&F Co. is committed to maintaining our stores to reflect the quality standards associated with our brands.  We dedicate ourselves to corporate and regulatory compliance, as well as ensuring proper operation of all aspects of the physical space to create an optimal, safe and cost-effective environment for our customers and associates.  As a Manager, you will oversee a team responsible for all maintenance related activities and vendors for an assigned region of stores.

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

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Maintaining company standards for the appearance and operation of stores
• Managing up to five direct reports, providing training and continuous development
• Overseeing creation and management of maintenance budgets
• Establishing departmental processes / procedures and performing regular audits to ensure compliance
• Leading development and function of maintenance programs
• Leading development of process improvements with focus on efficiency, effective communication and spend reduction
• Managing vendors to A&F performance and quality expectations
• Oversee delegation and execution of brand and construction projects including roll outs, remodels, new stores, and closings
• Collaborating with and maintaining positive working relationships with senior cross-functional partners (Store Operations, Asset Protection, Health & Safety, Real Estate, etc.)

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience
• 5-10 years of relevant professional experience
• 3+ years of retail maintenance or facilities management experience in a multi-site setting
• Relevant technical knowledge of general maintenance / facilities management including trades:  HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting
• Proven ability to successfully lead a team 
• Strong organization, time management and delegation skills
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
• Extremely detail oriented and the ability to work and learn independently
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency to identify, research and resolve issues
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of management
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Project
• Experience using Fexa CMMS software preferred

Our Company 

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.  

Our Values 

Our corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, 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
• 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 & 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 & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• 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!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER