Merchandise Strategy Lead

Gap Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Inc is seeking a Merchandising leader to develop inclusive merchandise strategies and own the product-level P&L. You will collaborate with Design, Visual Merchandising and Production to deliver assortments that meet customer needs while driving profitable growth.

You will analyze market data, oversee projects, and advocate for a trend-forward voice that differentiates the brand in a fast-paced, global marketplace. This role demands strong communication and cross-functional influence.

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.
• Anticipate operational/program issues and develops preventative measures.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive merchandise assortments that meet global, digital and regional customer needs aligned to the overall department strategy, resulting in increased earnings
• Collaborate 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 on seasonal investment strategy by market to ensure big ideas and growth drivers are protected
• Research business opportunities and risks in season through analyzing and communicating sales performance gathering marketplace information
• Develop communication skills to exchange complex information
• Oversee projects and program execution within area of specialty and ensures quality of work
• Drive a trend-forward point of view, leveraging market insights, cultural awareness and a strong eye for aesthetic to shape compelling assortments that resonate with the customer and differentiate the brand
• Drive the assortment strategy, acting as the voice of the business to influence product decisions and ensure alignment to customer and financial goals

Skills

Merchandising

P&L Management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Gap Inc is seeking a Merchandising leader to develop inclusive merchandise strategies and own the product-level P&L. You will collaborate with Design, Visual Merchandising and Production to deliver assortments that meet customer needs while driving profitable growth.

You will analyze market data, oversee projects, and advocate for a trend-forward voice that differentiates the brand in a fast-paced, global marketplace. This role demands strong communication and cross-functional influence.