Divisional Merchandising Manager

Banana Republic; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 194,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Volunteer hours

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

Other benefits

Job summary

Banana Republic in San Francisco seeks a leader to develop and execute inclusive merchandise strategies that delight customers while meeting financial goals. As the commercial backbone of product development, you will partner across design, merchandising, production and inventory to bring great products to market.

You will own the product-level P&L, drive profitability and ensure assortments are commercially viable.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic and analytical ability.
• Driven for results with strong financial acumen.
• Excellent verbal and written ability; adept at presenting information and storytelling.
• Ability to align with, collaborate and influence cross functional partners and peers.
• Develop innovative solutions for complex situations in a fast changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and drive merchandise assortments that meet global, digital and regional customer needs aligned to the overall department strategy, resulting in increased earnings.
• Devise with Design, Visual Merchandising and Production partners on product strategies and requirements to ensure customer needs are met, AUC profitability and speed to market while keeping a customer inclusivity and belonging lens.
• Partner with Inventory Management, Store Planning and Allocation on seasonal investment strategy by market to ensure big ideas and growth drivers are protected.
• Identify business opportunities and risks in season through analyzing and communicating sales performance gathering marketplace information.
• Upholds the company and brand culture and creates an inclusive environment where both customers and employees feel valued, appreciated, and a sense of belonging.
• Regularly influence leadership team decisions and initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Verbal and written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Storytelling / presentation

Job description

About Banana Republic

Banana Republic is a storyteller’s brand, outfitting the modern explorer with high-quality, expertly crafted collections made to inspire and enrich life’s journeys. Founded in 1978 in San Francisco, we continue to evolve our heritage of exploration through thoughtfully designed apparel and accessories that blend timeless style with exceptional craftsmanship.

About Banana Republic

Banana Republic is a storyteller’s brand, outfitting the modern explorer with high-quality, expertly crafted collections made to inspire and enrich life’s journeys. Founded in 1978 in San Francisco, we continue to evolve our heritage of exploration through thoughtfully designed apparel and accessories that blend timeless style with exceptional craftsmanship.
Our team is made up of passionate, curious storytellers - creators and visionaries who seek out what’s next and bring it to life through elevated design, immersive experiences, and a shared spirit of creativity and innovation.

About The Role

In this role, you will develop, execute and drive inclusive merchandise strategies that delight the customer while meeting or exceeding the financial goals of the business. As the commercial backbone of the product development process, you will work closely with your cross functional partners using customer insights, market data and business performance to bring great products to market that amaze and delight our customers. You will own the product-level P and L, drive results and closely monitor the health of your categories ensuring product and assortments are commercially-viable and drive profitable growth. You lean into our risk taking history to lead boldly with intention, defy convention and unleash untapped potential.

What you’ll do

• Direct and drive merchandise assortments that meet global, digital and regional customer needs aligned to the overall department strategy, resulting in increased earnings
• Devise with Design, Visual Merchandising and Production partners on product strategies and requirements to ensure customer needs are met, AUC profitability and speed to market while keeping a customer inclusivity and belonging lens
• Partner with Inventory Management, Store Planning and Allocation on seasonal investment strategy by market to ensure big ideas and growth drivers are protected
• Identify business opportunities and risks in season through analyzing and communicating sales performance gathering marketplace information
• Upholds the company and brand culture and creates an inclusive environment where both customers and employees feel valued, appreciated, and a sense of belonging
• Regularly influence leadership team decisions and initiatives

Who you are

• Strong strategic and analytical ability
• Driven for results with strong financial acumen
• Excellent verbal and written ability; Adept at presenting information and storytelling
• Ability to align with, collaborate and influence cross functional partners and peers
• Develop innovative solutions for complex situations in a fast changing environment; cover a widerange of activities requiring complex judgments

Salary Range: $194,100.00 - $262,100.00

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

Benefits at Banana Republic

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
• Employee stock purchase plan.*
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
• See more of the benefits we offer.
• For eligible employees

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.