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Gap Inc. Director, Field Compensation

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $232K/yr

Gap Inc. is a leading company focused on bridging gaps in the fashion industry with its diverse brands. They are seeking a Director of Compensation to lead the design and management of compensation programs for store and distribution center employees, ensuring alignment with performance outcomes and operational goals.

Marketing & Advertising

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and management of compensation programs tailored to store across multiple brands and distribution center (DC) employees, including hourly base pay structures, incentive plans, and recognition programs

Develop compensation strategies that reflect the unique needs of front-line talent in both retail and DC environments, supporting workforce engagement, operational excellence, and brand-specific business goals

Conduct market research and benchmarking using industry-specific data to ensure competitive pay positioning for store and DC roles across diverse geographies and labor markets

Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights to guide compensation decisions and support operational leaders in making informed talent investments

Oversee the annual compensation planning cycle for store and DC employees, including merit increases, promotions, and incentive payouts, ensuring alignment with performance outcomes and financial targets

Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Store Operations, and DC Operations teams to deliver compensation solutions that are practical, scalable, and responsive to the needs of hourly and field-based teams across brands

Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, pay equity standards, and transparency regulations while maintaining internal consistency and external competitiveness

Monitor labor market trends and proactively recommend enhancements to compensation programs to attract, retain, and motivate front-line talent in a dynamic, multi-brand retail environment

Serve as a trusted advisor to HR, Operations, and Finance leaders on compensation matters impacting store and DC employees, providing strategic guidance and operational support

Collaborate with Legal, Labor Relations, and HR Operations to ensure compliance and integrity across all compensation programs

Develop and deliver training and communication materials tailored to store and DC audiences, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adoption of compensation programs

Manage compensation tools and systems to ensure they are intuitive and accessible for field and DC users, supporting efficient execution and decision-making at the local level

Qualification

Compensation strategy developmentData analysisMarket researchExcel proficiencyCommunication skillsProject managementPresentation skillsNegotiation skillsOrganizational skillsStrategic thinking

Required

Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities, with a proven ability to evaluate complex scenarios using diverse data sources-both internal and external-to develop clear, actionable solutions

Highly proficient in Excel for modeling and analysis

Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to influence stakeholders, articulate and defend recommendations, and negotiate effectively

Skilled in creating impactful presentations using Word and PowerPoint

Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage multiple concurrent projects and workstreams in collaboration with cross-functional partners

Strategic thinker with a business-oriented mindset, consistently connecting compensation expertise to broader organizational goals and identifying cross-functional implications across Operations, Finance, and HR

Extensive experience in compensation and other analytical disciplines, including Finance and Inventory Management, with a strong foundation in data modeling, interpretation, and strategic decision-making

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.