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Gap Inc. Director, Field Compensation

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $232K/yr

10+ years exp

Gap Inc. is a leading global retailer known for its iconic brands such as Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta. They are seeking a Director of Compensation & Recognition to develop and execute compensation strategies for their field workforce, ensuring competitive and equitable pay while fostering a culture of excellence and engagement.

Marketing & Advertising

Responsibilities

Lead strategic compensation initiatives for Gap Inc.'s field workforce across all brands, DCs and CCs, including the design and execution of hourly pay structures and incentive plans

Drive competitive and equitable compensation frameworks aligned with brand-specific priorities, labor market trends, and global regulatory requirements

Collaborate with Total Rewards leadership to embed compensation into a seamless and holistic employee experience

Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Labor Relations, and HR Operations to uphold compliance, mitigate risk, and operational excellence

Advance compensation systems and processes - including year-end performance cycles, field incentive programs, and special compensation initiatives - through continuous improvement, innovation, and a growth mindset

Design and deliver impactful training and communications tailored to store, DC/CC, and brand audiences, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adoption of compensation programs

Champion a culture of excellence and empowerment across field and DC/CC teams, fostering engagement and recognition at every level

Translate external labor trends and internal analytics into actionable insights to drive equity and cultural relevance

Present key findings, insights, and recommendations to executive leadership to inform Total Rewards strategies

Qualification

Compensation strategy designData-driven decision-makingWorkday proficiencyCross-functional collaborationMarket benchmarkingMicrosoft Office proficiencyOrganizational agilitySystems thinkingExceptional communication

Required

Proven track record in designing and executing compensation strategies for a large, distributed retail workforce across varied geographies and roles

Strong cross-functional collaboration with HR Business Partners, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and Field Leadership to support strategic workforce planning and drive retention

Partnered with senior leadership to align compensation programs with brand identity and integrate seamlessly into broader Total Rewards initiatives

Led market benchmarking efforts using retail-specific data to ensure competitive and equitable pay across field positions

Advanced proficiency in Workday for compensation reporting and administration, complemented by expertise in Microsoft Office to develop clear, data-driven presentations

Exceptional communicator with a systems thinking mindset, organizational agility, and the ability to navigate complexity in a fast-paced, highly collaborative setting

Minimum of 10 years' experience in compensation within a large, multi-brand or matrixed organization

Benefits

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.