Director, Merchandising - Beauty Business

  • 100 The Gap, Inc.
  • SF - 2 Folsom
  • 7mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

About the Role

As the Merchandising Director for our Beauty division, you will lead the end-to-end merchandising strategy and financial planning across both vertical and third-party product assortments. This role is central to newly launched Beauty division, a strategic growth initiative within our organization, leveraging our iconic brand portfolio and omnichannel retail capabilities. You will shape the product vision, drive category performance, and ensure a compelling and cohesive assortment that resonates with our customers across physical and digital channels.

What You'll Do

  • Own the merchandising strategy for vertical and third-party product assortments.

  • Develop and manage the financial plan including sales, margin, and inventory.

  • Lead assortment planning, pricing, and lifecycle management.

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution.

  • Analyze customer insights and market trends to inform decisions.

  • Drive innovation in product selection and storytelling.

  • Build and lead a high-performing merchandising team.

  • Ensure a cohesive omnichannel experience.

  • Identify growth opportunities and optimize category performance.

  • Align merchandising strategies with overall business goals.

Who You Are

  • 10+ years of merchandising experience in retail, beauty, or consumer goods.
  • Success in launching and scaling new business units or brands.
  • Collaborative leader with strong influence across teams.
  • Strategic thinker with deep customer and category insights.
  • Operationally rigorous with cross-functional experience.
  • Passionate about beauty and customer experience.
  • Skilled in data-driven decision-making and performance analysis.