Vice President Merchandising, Women's

Vice President Merchandising, Women’s – Banana Republic

About Banana Republic

Banana Republic is a storyteller’s brand, outfitting the modern explorer with high‑quality, expertly crafted collections that inspire and enrich life’s journeys. Founded in 1978 in San Francisco, we continue to evolve our heritage of exploration through thoughtfully designed apparel and accessories that blend timeless style with exceptional craftsmanship.

Our team is made up of passionate, curious storytellers—creators and visionaries who seek out what’s next and bring it to life through elevated design, immersive experiences, and a shared spirit of creativity and innovation.

About The Role

This role is responsible for the development, implementation, and execution of the Banana Republic Women’s Merchandising organization and its goals; delivering value through creating high‑performing teams, effectively balancing innovation, quality, and costs that meet Banana Republic’s long‑term global brand vision. The VP will lead a team of Merchandising professionals and will report to Head of Merchandising & Inventory Management.

What You’ll Do

• Independently lead the overall vision & strategy for BR Women’s business and be accountable for final decision‑making for divisional decisions.
• Empower direct reports to lead the functional strategies within Merchandising to deliver on the broader business objectives.
• Sign off on the operational strategy (short‑ and long‑term) to deliver the BR long‑range plan.
• Provide perspective on market opportunities & alignment with goals and / or internal strengths.
• Lead, direct, and develop the Merchandising team from concept, milestone, and final assortment stages of product development.

Product Affinity

Business Acumen

People & Leadership

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Who You Are

Benefits at Banana Republic

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.

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