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      Merchandising Leadership Development Program Interview

      Mar 24, 2016
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Columbus, OH
      Declined offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Abercrombie & Fitch (Columbus, OH)

      Interview

      I applied online through the A&F website. It's very simple - just asks for your SAT score, your resume, unofficial transcripts, university, etc. It takes less than five minutes to fill out. I was then contacted by HR and asked to complete a virtual interview. I was asked automated questions and then recorded myself answering them. It took less than 15 minutes. I then participated in two Skype interviews - one with HR and one with a Merchandiser for A&F. Between the first and second interview, I was asked to complete a short project and presented it to the Merchandiser. The questions are very straightforward, and the interviews are conversational and relaxed. Wear A&F! Shortly after, I was asked to fly out to Columbus, OH for a 2-day "super day" of interviews. Day 1 was mostly tours of the facility, the city, and learning about the company as well as what our roles would be. They make sure you're very well fed throughout the whole experience (which is such a plus!) We all spent the night at the Hilton downtown, and then participated in an Interview Day the second day. It consisted of an observed group project, a case study, and 4 interviews: one virtual, and three with current A&F associates. Everything is very relaxed and the environment is so fun! Everyone who works there is extremely welcoming, and wants you to have a positive experience.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Where do you see yourself in five years? What trend could A&F take advantage of that we are not currently? What is your proudest accomplishment? Talk about a time when you were in a leadership position. Talk about a time you made a decision that affected others, and they didn't like it. What is your favorite current trends? What trends do you notice at your University?
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      Other Merchandising Leadership Development Program Interview Reviews for Abercrombie & Fitch

      Merchandising - Leadership Development Program Interview

      Mar 17, 2025
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Abercrombie & Fitch in Mar 2025

      Interview

      I submitted my application for the Merchandising LDP Internship (résumé and cover letter). The following day, they contacted me to say they liked what they saw and would like to proceed with the interview process. I'm at this first round right now. They said that I will hear back in one to two weeks. But basically, the first round of the process has two components that they have you complete within the 72 hours they sent you the email. The Maki Assessment and My Harver (prerecorded video) interview. The Maki Assessment pretty much tested your analytical side. You get 12 minutes to answer as many questions as you can. You don't need to study prior to this assessment. It was nerve-racking for me just cause I haven't done that in a hot minute. My Harver interview you should prepare beforehand. It was 4 questions, and for each question, you have 30 seconds to review the question and 2 minutes to answer. There are no retakes of the videos, so be sure to know what to say. Good luck!!

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      My Harver questions they asked me: 1. Name, year, university, and major 2. Which LDP do you want to be a part of, and why 3. Your proudest accomplishment 4. Where do you see yourself in the first 3-5 years and beyond that
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      Merchandising Leadership Development Program Interview

      Feb 23, 2025
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Abercrombie & Fitch

      Interview

      1st is remote HireVue interview where you answer questions followed by 2 30 minute interviews with an HR member and someone from your potential LDP. After this you will be sent a math assessment on Maki and then have 3 more interviews.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Why do you want to join the LDP?
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      Leadership Development Program - Merchandising Interview

      Mar 15, 2025
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Columbus, OH
      No offer
      Neutral experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied through an employee referral. The process took 5 months. I interviewed at Abercrombie & Fitch (Columbus, OH) in Feb 2025

      Interview

      I want to preface this by saying that this program is extremely competitive, and the process is lengthy. If you don’t hear back for a month before the next interview, do not get discouraged. Here’s a breakdown of the interview process: Round 1: HireVue with 5 questions. Round 2: Two 30-minute interviews: one with HR and one with someone from the department you're applying for. Round 3: Maki Math Assessment + Patterning Project (for Merchants). Round 4: Two 5-hour interview days. The first day is dedicated to discussing the role and asking questions. The second day consists of three 45-minute back-to-back interviews: one with HR and two with directors in the role you're applying for. There is also a math assessment to complete within HR. Overall, this process was long and draining. I was very excited for the role, gave it my all, but unfortunately, I didn't receive an offer after the final round, which included flying you out to home office of Columbus, Ohio

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      1. Why Merchandising? 2. Why did you pick your university? 3. Why Abercrombie?
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