Sr Sourcing Merchandiser

About Gap Gap has always been about optimistic American style.
Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher.
The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand – our employees and our customers.
People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future.
People who want to leave the world better than they found it.
We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next.
If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.
About the Role In this role, you will be accountable for the development process and strategy execution for the assigned departments.
You will also be responsible to execute the overall vendor strategy for the department in partnership with the relevant internal teams and external partners.
What You'll Do Manage the fabric / product / vendor development process (P2M) in a timely manner (development sampling, initial costs, negotiation/ production & capacity planning to meets the design aesthetic as well as commercially acceptable quality standards) Manage relationships with vendors and support vendor allocation & aggregated costing along with overall capacity planning aligned to the cost targets to drive competitive advantage Partner with vendors to drive innovation initiatives and superior quality while resolving any fabric/product and quality issues pro actively Onboard new vendors and provide training to existing vendors along with supporting the evaluation process Look for opportunities for continuous improvement in fabric/product/vendor development, process management and overall sourcing procedures Develop communication skills to exchange complex information Manage projects and program execution within area of specialty and ensures quality of work Work on licensing initiatives for determined divisions.
Who You Are Proven success in applying fully functional professional knowledge in global fabric/product/vendor development and understands design, merchandising, and global sourcing landscape Ability to drive results through planning and prioritizing along with influencing others and providing recommendations & solutions Anticipate operational/program issues and develops preventative measures Execute category product development strategies that align with production strategies and division goals.
Understand product development implications on merchandising and design-driven product decisions based on category or vendor strategies and nuances Leverage technical knowledge and leadership support to troubleshoot and resolve issues that are unique in nature and may require a novel approach.
Operates Individual Contributor to communicate and execute a product development strategy that maintains brand aesthetic and product quality, while maximizing cost efficiencies Drive communication between brand teams and external Partners to ensure strategic business alignment and optimal responsiveness.
Understand divisional and cross-functional goals and work with team to execute supporting strategies.
Work with leadership to communicate upfront brand costing and strategic goals to Category Sourcing In Asia.
Understand and work with cross-functional teams to ensure financial targets are met by delivering costing guidance.
Manage development metrics set for global brand.
Drive responsive strategies by working cross-functionally to identify fabrics for rapid response and test and respond.
Drive fabric strategies by developing product to meet fabric expectations and providing recommendations on fabrics to platform, position, and leverage, including exploring VOS qualities.
Accountable for driving career development of direct reports and providing input on performance/talent assessments for dotted line relationships, if applicable.
Benefits at Gap 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.
Salary Range: $83,700 - $111,000 USD 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.
US Candidates Please note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc.
will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc’s quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID.
Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.
’s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.