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Gap Inc. · 22 hours ago

Director, Strategy - Old Navy

Gap Inc. is a company that bridges gaps in the fashion world through its various brands. The Director of Strategy for Old Navy will define the strategic direction for the brand, work cross-functionally, and support C-level leadership in executing strategy through rigorous analyses and creative thinking.

ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleRetail
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic leader and trusted cross-functional thought partner to inform and influence business strategies
Drive brand strategy initiatives and transformation efforts from identification through implication, including:
Identifying key issues, structuring problems, and developing and delivering on workplans that drive value creation
Evaluating new business opportunities, assessing market potential, evaluating brand/customer fit, analyzing competitive positioning, and developing accompanying business cases
Leading cross-functional teams
Synthesizing findings, articulating clear and compelling storylines and the supporting materials to communicate recommendations to Senior Management and Leadership Team
Lead development of the Long Range Plan and Annual Operating Plan, and drive strategy governance to track progress and assess risks and opportunities
Partner with consumer insights and customer analytics to embed consumer learnings into our business strategies
Develop executive-level presentations for key stakeholder conversations, including Board of Directors, Gap Inc. Senior Leadership Team, and Old Navy Leadership Team
Support cross functional business partners with analytical insights and problem solving
Structure and monitor the work of multiple groups and projects
Mentor team members, providing strategic guidance, thought leadership, and elevating analytical rigor and business acumen

Qualification

Strategic leadershipAnalytical skillsFinancial modelingMBAConsumer insightsApparel industry knowledgeProblem solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaborationOrganizational skills

Required

10+ years experience, preferably with experience in apparel, retail, strategy, or strategy consulting
Entrepreneurial mindset, with a track record of building new capabilities or supporting a business through a transformation period
Demonstrated track record as an outstanding problem solver and strategic thinker with the ability to quickly identify key issues and develop hypotheses
Ability 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
Organizational skills, including planning, time management, and attention to detail
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
Demonstrated interest in apparel industry

Preferred

MBA is preferred

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.

Company

Gap Inc.

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Gap Inc., a house of iconic brands, is the largest specialty apparel company in America.

H1B Sponsorship

Gap Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (105)
2024 (117)
2023 (151)
2022 (142)
2021 (111)
2020 (80)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.25B
2020-05-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Richard Dickson
Chief Executive Officer
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Sven Gerjets
EVP, Chief Technology Officer
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