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## Director, Strategy - Americas.Applylocations: Columbus, Ohiotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100464**Job Description:**The Director / Sr. Director, Strategy - Americas will serve as a critical strategic partner to the Americas Managing Director, helping shape and drive the regional business strategy across one of the company’s most important growth markets. This role has a mandate to drive transformational change by defining strategic priorities, building the foundational capabilities required to win, and advancing enterprise‐connected initiatives that move the Americas business forward.Operating at the intersection of corporate strategy, finance, technology, and functional partners, this role translates enterprise priorities into a cohesive, forward‐looking Americas agenda and actionable regional plans. The Director / Sr. Director will lead the development of strategic frameworks, multi‐year roadmaps, and phased plans that guide how the Americas organization and its core processes evolve over time, with a clear focus on prioritizing the business enablers required to unlock future growth opportunities.Success in this role requires the ability to navigate ambiguity, influence across a matrixed organization, and translate complex strategic questions into clear, actionable plans that drive momentum and measurable impact. This is a hands‐on leadership role, requiring someone who can operate as both a thought partner and an execution driver bringing structure, clarity, and pace to scaling the business.**This job is located on-site at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.****What You Will Be Doing?*** Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Americas Managing Director, helping define, shape, and advance the regional transformation agenda* Lead the Americas strategic planning process in partnership with Corporate Strategy and Finance, ensuring enterprise priorities are translated into clear regional direction and actionable plans* Develop strategic frameworks, multi‐year roadmaps, and phased plans that guide the evolution of the Americas organization, capabilities, and operating model* Integrate enterprise strategies and roadmaps (e.g., technology, operating model, growth platforms) into Americas planning and prioritization* Identify, prioritize, and advance the most critical business enablers across people, process, structure, and technology to unlock future growth opportunities* Lead large, cross‐functional strategic initiatives that drive meaningful change, from problem definition through execution and delivery* Shape and phase organizational design and foundational processes that enable scalability and future business development* Establish clear goals, milestones, and success metrics to ensure strategic initiatives progress with rigor and momentum* Act as a central point of coordination across corporate strategy, finance, technology, and functional partners to ensure alignment and focus* Influence senior leaders across a matrixed organization to drive decisions, accountability, and follow‐through* Translate complex, ambiguous business challenges into clear strategic choices and recommendations for executive audiences* Own executive‐level communication and storytelling related to the Americas strategy, priorities, and progress**What You Will Need to Bring?*** Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred* 8–12+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, corporate strategy, or similar roles (retail, consumer, or omnichannel experience strongly preferred)* Proven ability to operate at both a strategic and execution level, able to set direction while also driving work forward* Strong business acumen with the ability to connect strategy to financial outcomes and operational plans* Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders* Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives for executive audiences* High level of ownership and accountability; ability to “get things done” in a fast-paced environment* Comfortable with ambiguity and able to create structure where it does not exist* Strong collaboration and influencing skills across a broad range of functions and leadership levels**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* 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 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!**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.**ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.** #J-18808-Ljbffr