Athleta Merchandise Manager

For the past 25 years, we've committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It's what we do best, and we're on the hunt for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences. We use business as a force for good by putting people and the planet right up there with profit, which is why Athleta is a certified B Corp. Ready to make a move? Join us. Because we know that alone we're strong, but together we're unstoppable. About the Role In this role, you will develop, execute and drive inclusive merchandise strategies that delight the customer while meeting or exceeding the financial goals of the business. As the commercial backbone of the product development process, you will work closely with your cross‑functional partners using customer insights, market data and business performance to bring great products to market that amaze and delight our customers. You will own the product‑level P&L, drive results and closely monitor the health of your categories ensuring product and assortments are commercially viable and drive profitable growth. You are customer curious and put the customer at the forefront of every idea, decision and interaction, with empathy of their experiences. What You’ll Do Enforce and drive merchandise assortments that meet global, digital and regional customer needs aligned to the overall department strategy, resulting in increased earnings Collaborate with Design and Production partners on product strategies and requirements to ensure customer needs are met, AUC profitability and speed to market while keeping a customer inclusivity and belonging lens Partner with Inventory Management on seasonal investment strategy by market to ensure big ideas and growth drivers are protected Forecast business opportunities and risks in season through analyzing and interpreting sales performance by gathering marketplace information Collaborate and lead others in key initiatives and their implementation Responsible for planning, budget and end results; set policies and strategic direction for area/team Drive a trend‑forward point of view, leveraging market insights, cultural awareness and a strong eye for aesthetic to shape compelling assortments that resonate with the customer and differentiate the brand Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and growth while building strong bench strength for the future Who You Are Strong strategic and analytical ability Driven for results with strong financial acumen Excellent verbal and written ability; adept at presenting information and storytelling Ability to align with, collaborate and influence cross‑functional partners and peers Strong people leadership skills with a track record of building, developing and retaining high‑performing teams Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs Benefits at Athleta 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.* See more of the benefits we offer. *For eligible employees Gap Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long‑held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity. Salary Range: $158,500 - $206,000 USD Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr