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Director, Strategy - Banana Republic (San Francisco Based)

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Gap Inc.

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • San Francisco

AI generated summary

  • You should have a consulting background, strategic insight, analytical skills, strong communication abilities, and a collaborative spirit. An MBA and retail experience are preferred.
  • You will lead strategic initiatives, analyze data, create financial models, develop materials for leadership, and foster cross-functional partnerships to drive brand value and consensus.

Requirements

  • Professional work experience, preferably with background from management consulting as well as in house strategy experience in apparel and/or retail. MBA is preferred
  • Demonstrated track record as an outstanding problem solver and strategic thinker with the ability to quickly identify key issues and develop hypotheses
  • Able to translate complex ideas and dispersed information into simple, actionable recommendations
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with ability to oversee and provide direction to cross-functional partners and/or more junior team members
  • Strong business acumen related to consumer facing businesses and ability to assess impact of decisions on overall business performance
  • Strength in written and oral communication with proven ability to connect and influence with senior executives
  • Strong ability and willingness to collaborate effectively a true team player

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic leader and cross-functional thought partner as the brand develops its multi-year strategy, long range plans, and annual operating plan
  • Drive brand strategy initiatives from identification through implication; including, identifying key issues, structuring problems, developing and delivering on workplans that drive value creation; leading cross-functional team, performing quantitative and qualitative analysis, including analyzing data, creating financial models, and conducting market and competitive research; synthesizing findings, developing a storyline and the supporting materials to communicate recommendations to Senior Management and Leadership Team
  • Develop key materials for Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team
  • Support cross functional business partners with analytical insights and problem solving
  • Build cross functional partnerships and consensus

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Director, Strategy - Banana Republic?

The primary responsibility is to define and evolve the overall brand strategy, long-range plan, and annual operating plan, identifying growth opportunities and driving critical strategic initiatives.

What qualifications are preferred for the role?

A preferred qualification includes professional work experience, especially from management consulting as well as in-house strategy experience in apparel and/or retail. An MBA is also preferred.

What analytical skills are required for this position?

Strong analytical and financial modeling skills are required, along with the ability to oversee and guide cross-functional partners and more junior team members.

Is experience in consumer-facing businesses important for this role?

Yes, strong business acumen related to consumer-facing businesses and the ability to assess the impact of decisions on overall business performance are essential.

How does the company support employee development and diversity?

Gap Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring equal opportunity and fostering a culture that values different backgrounds and perspectives.

What types of materials will the Director need to prepare?

The Director will need to develop key materials for the Board of Directors and the Senior Leadership Team, as well as support cross-functional business partners with analytical insights.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is $170,900 - $226,400 USD, with pay varying based on qualifications, experience, skills, and work location.

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Gap Inc.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Join our team.