Gap Inc. Director, Product Development & Global Supply Chain Communications

Gap Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 177.000 - 229.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Merchandise discount for brands

Competitive Paid Time Off

Volunteer hours

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Gap Inc. is hiring a Director of Product Development & Global Supply Chain Communications to drive strategic communications across product development and supply chain initiatives.

You will distill complexity for senior leaders, shape internal narratives, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure clear, consistent messaging. The role requires a track record in corporate communications, strong writing and presentation skills, and the ability to navigate a global, matrixed environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in corporate communications, preferably within retail or supply chain sectors.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful strategic communications plans.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement a strategic communications plan aligned with Gap Inc.'s product development, supply chain, and business objectives.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify key messages and communication priorities.
• Lead communications support for high impact product development and supply chain transformation programs.
• Lead internal and external communications programming and events, including Town Halls, innovation summits, and external supplier summits.

Conocimientos

Strategic Communications

Writing skills

Leadership

Stakeholder relations

Crisis communications

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Descripción del empleo

About Gap Inc.

At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture.

Our portfolio-Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta-each brings a distinct point of view to how we show up in the world and serve our customers.

Old Navy democratizes style with quality and value for all. Gap champions originality through essential pieces that celebrate individuality. Banana Republic is rooted in a spirit of discovery, creating modern pieces inspired by craftsmanship and travel. Athleta champions the Power of She through confidence, strength, and movement.

We're driven by a shared purpose: to bridge gaps-between people, perspectives, and possibilities-to create a better world.

We're building a team that performs at a high level-people who think boldly, take ownership, and turn ideas into impact. If you're ready to learn fast and help shape what's next, you'll fit right in.

About the role

We are seeking a strategic, high-impact communications leader who thrives at the intersection of business transformation, executive communications, and storytelling. This role is ideal for someone who can distill complexity into clarity, build trust with senior leaders, and help shape Gap Inc.'s internal narrative during a pivotal moment in our evolution. The Director, Product Development & Global Supply Chain Communications, is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies that support Gap Inc.'s product development and supply chain operations. This role ensures clear, consistent messaging across all levels of the organization and with external partners to enhance understanding and engagement with product development and supply chain initiatives.

What you'll do

• Design and implement a strategic communications plan aligned with Gap Inc.'s product development and supply chain and business objectives.


• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify key messages and communication priorities.


• Lead communications support for high impact product development and supply chain transformation programs, shaping messages that drive alignment, adoption, and understanding across internal and external audiences.


• Lead internal and external communications programming and events, including the strategic planning and seamless execution of Town Halls, innovation summits, and external supplier summits- driving content development, aligning stakeholders, preparing senior leaders, and ensuring a consistent, high impact employee experience.


• Collaborate with leaders in product, sourcing, merchandising, operations, technology, and change management to ensure alignment and consistency.


• Develop and manage content for internal newsletters, intranet sites, emails, presentations, and other communication channels.


• Oversee external communications related to the supply chain, including press releases, media relations, social media content, and stakeholder communications.


• In close partnership with media relations, lead crisis communication efforts related to supply chain disruptions or issues; develop contingency plans and ensure timely dissemination of information during crises.


• Produce high quality written materials including speeches for executives and talking points for media interviews.


• Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of communication strategies and provide regular reports on communication activities' impact on business goals.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field


• Minimum 10 years' experience in corporate communications, preferably within retail or supply chain sectors.


• Proven track record in developing and executing successful strategic communications plans.


• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.


• Experience managing crisis communications and sensitive issues.


• Ability to build relationships with senior leaders, media, and external partners.


• Experience with digital and social media communications.


• Experience working with global teams and understanding of cultural communication requirements.


• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Comfortable working in a high velocity, global, matrixed environment, with the agility to navigate shifting priorities, operational complexity, and time sensitive initiatives.


• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic communications initiatives.


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed organization across global locations

Salary Range:

$176,500.00 - $229,400.00

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 Gap Inc.

• 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.