Category Manager II, Procurement - Marketing

Category Manager II, Procurement - Marketing

Full time 6001 Green Point Drive S, Groveport, OH, US 43125

At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture.

Our portfolioOld Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athletaeach brings a distinct point of view to how we show up in the world and serve our customers.

Old Navy democratizes style with quality and value for all. Gap champions originality through essential pieces that celebrate individuality. Banana Republic is rooted in a spirit of discovery, creating modern pieces inspired by craftsmanship and travel. Athleta champions the Power of She through confidence, strength, and movement.

We're driven by a shared purpose: to bridge gapsbetween people, perspectives, and possibilitiesto create a better world.

We're building a team that performs at a high levelpeople who think boldly, take ownership, and turn ideas into impact. If you're ready to learn fast and help shape what's next, you'll fit right in.

About the Role

In this role, you will partner with our brands & corporate functions across the globe, to continuously drive value across Non-Merchandise categories. You will establish, analyze, and refine the business's procurement strategy ensuring alignment with business goals. Make certain we Do The Right Thing as an organization by optimizing our purchasing power, building and maintaining strategic vendor relationships, and contract management.

What You'll Do

• Drive cost optimization, excellence in sourcing capabilities and minimize risk
• Facilitate contract negotiations/RFP process and category reviews
• Establish and maintain effective business partnerships with vendors and functional areas to maximize financial strategy
• Provide insight into industry trends, market intelligence, and supplier development
• Responsible for quality of services and advice in meeting business partner needs
• Responsible for end results of team and shares responsibility over resources, budget and adherence to policies

Who You Are

• Ability to successfully partner across varied functions and levels with senior internal stakeholders, external suppliers, agencies and colleagues to drive results and influence change
• Develop category knowledge and regularly leverage industry experts, associations, peers and stakeholders to identify and benchmark best practices
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills to influence egotiate the overall sourcing process
• Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions
• Understanding of concepts and procedures specific to own subject area (add subject area here)

Salary Range: $101,800.00 - $132,400.00 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.

Benefits at Gap Inc.

• 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.

Location

San Francisco, home to our brands and people

San Francisco has always been a hub for artistry and innovationand for 55 years, it has inspired Gap Inc. as the home of our brands and people. Creativity is woven into our legacy, and we're proud to continue supporting the local community that fuels it. Through our partnership with Nest and the Makers United SF program, we're working to bridge opportunity gaps for local creatives, giving them a platform to showcase their work and thrive. With the right support and visibility, today's makers could become the next generation of influential talent.

Championing Pathways to Growth

At Gap Inc., we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a brighter future, and we're proud to be recognized as an Employer of Choice by American Opportunity Index. As one of the largest employers of entry-level talent, we recognize the barriers underrepresented communities face. We're committed to bridging the opportunity gap by providing access to better jobs and creating pathways for growth, empowering our employees to contribute to our legacyimpacting not just retail and fashion, but also shaping culture.