Serve as the strategic leader and cross-functional thought partner driving the Active brand’s multi-year strategy, long range plans, and annual operating plan
Develop investment strategy for Active brand expansion balancing growth targets with investments needs to grow physical and digital presence of the brand
Develop Active brand customer strategy including identification of target customer segments, partnering with Marketing leadership to develop customer acquisition strategy
Drive customer insights testing and partner with Design and Merchandising teams to develop product innovation strategy and identify potential product collaboration, partnership, and / or other assortment expansion opportunities
Build Active brand Pricing Architecture and Promotional strategy approach in partnership with Pricing and Commercial Planning leaders
Serve as cross-functional thought partner and support key partners with analytical insights and problem solving
Develop key materials for Senior Leadership Team and other executive communications
LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS.
Center on the Customer
Everything we do is for the customer. This means listening and learning to truly understand who they are, what they need and where they’re headed, so we can show up as authentic and culturally relevant – not just today, but tomorrow too.
Create with CuriosityCuriosity unlocks creativity. Asking questions like, ‘what if?’ and ‘why not?’ spurs a growth mindset, which leads to challenging the status quo, learning from our mistakes, and inspiring dynamic creativity everywhere.
Collaborate with CandorCollaboration enables us to imagine – and execute – better. Exchanging candid and direct perspectives brings out the best in us, elevating ideas and pushing us to go beyond what we can see alone.
Champion ExcellenceWe strive to be the best, and recognize it’s an endless pursuit. It all starts with personal accountability to set clear expectations, remove barriers to execution, and empower those around us to deliver impact. When we do this, we unleash our full potential.
Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in merchandising and / or strategic functions within a high growth, omnichannel retail environment
Customer and product obsession and previous exposure to Active product and / or customers
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 information into simple, actionable recommendations
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with ability to oversee and provide direction to cross-functional partners
Strong business acumen related to consumer facing businesses and ability to assess impact of decisions on overall business performance
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to quickly influence and establish relationships and gain credibility
Strong ability and willingness to collaborate effectively a true team player
Entrepreneurial, start-up mentality with the ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment to move the ball forward with an open and positive attitude
Experience scaling new business models and / or products
Experience driving test-and-learn strategies and building out innovation pipelines and / or strategic partnerships
Experience in creating an inclusive culture, placing emphasis on leading with a “one team” mentality, and driving high standards of performance and behaviors for team
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What We Do
In 1969, Don and Doris Fisher opened the first Gap store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco. They wanted to make it easier to find a great pair of jeans, and they did. Their denim and records store was a hit, and it grew to become one of the world’s most iconic brands.
Today we’re represented in more than 1400 stores in over 40 countries, and online. We have headquarters in New York, London, Shanghai, Tokyo, and, of course, San Francisco.
Our unique aesthetic is optimistic cool, elevated American style. Our clothes are crafted with care, with focused attention to thoughtful design. We believe in staying true to our heritage while creating what’s next.
Don and Doris Fisher always wanted to “do more than sell clothes.” They wanted to support the people who ran their company, to be active in their communities, and to have a positive impact on the world. Their vision helped transform retail, and we’re still following their lead.
We stand for freedom and possibility for all; we champion diverse ideas that transcend generations, geographies and genders.
