Manager, Omni Merchandise Planning

GAP Inc

5 - 10 years

New York

Posted: 11/04/2026

Job Description

About the Role

In this role you will be a part of the Inventory Management team that brings the financial strategy of our product vision to life by managing the largest financial asset of the company: our product itself. As Manager, Merchandise Planning, you and your team will drive the success of one or more product categories by creating a financial roadmap and marrying it to brand strategy and customer needs. You are passionate about using your qualitative and quantitative skillset in a fashion retail environment and find joy and creativity in forecasting and financial planning. You are curious, innovative, and focused on executing an amazing customer experience while delivering/exceeding financial targets. Strong analytical and storytelling skills will serve you well, and a collaborative mindset is a must.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with Merchandising to develop and communicate a comprehensive strategy that aligns future financial and product opportunities by division and department
Create preseason sales, gross margin and inventory plans by division and department that support product strategies
Identify risks and opportunities to business and recommend strategies to achieve financial goals
Present financial forecast and supporting action plans in open to buy meeting
Develop and communicate department level markdown recommendations and strategies, as well as financial results and forecasts to manager and cross functional team on a weekly basis
Collaborate with peers to ensure consistency of information, share best practices and develop systems knowledge and Create an innovating, results oriented environment
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with members of cross functional team (Merchandising, Visual, Production, Distribution, Planning and Company Planning), sharing best practices and ways of working

Who You Are

Must love Excel, technical skills, and be systems savvy
Believe in the Power of Team; builds constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners
Possess strong business acumen and strategic agility, able to handle many projects simultaneously while effectively prioritizing workload
Demonstrate strong listening, written and oral communication skills, able to present ideas and directions that rally others to action
Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions

About Company

Gap Inc., commonly known as GAP, is a leading global retailer specializing in clothing, accessories, and personal care products. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Gap operates several brands, including Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Athleta, and Intermix. The company is known for its casual and stylish apparel, targeting a wide range of age groups and lifestyles. With a strong presence both online and in physical stores, Gap focuses on offering high-quality, affordable fashion while emphasizing sustainability and social responsibility in its operations.