About Banana Republic
Born from two California creatives fueled by their explorer spirits, Banana Republic has repositioned itself as a premium, experiential lifestyle brand for today’s modern world. Designed for a life where anything is possible, we use the finest materials with the latest fabric innovations to create timeless, versatile clothing, jewelry, shoes and handbags. Through our home and art collections, we extend beyond apparel and are a part of our customers' lives at home.
We are creating memorable, immersive experiences online and in-store that build lasting relationships and solve our customers’ lifestyle needs. Our team is made up of passionate and curious storytellers who are pushing the boundaries to deliver consistent, quality product through an elevated customer experience. Sound interesting? Join us as on the BR journey as we create what’s next.
About the Role
The Senior Manager Visual Operations role provides strategic and analytical direction to the Visual and Creative teams. Leading the communication strategies, advocating for resources, planning major initiatives, and ensuring effective use of budget and adherence to financial guidelines, in partnership with Head of Visual.
What You'll Do
- Partner with Head of Visual and set strategy based on priorities and budget to allocate resources and team against major deliverables for the year
- Create communication for partners (leadership, Finance, Field, etc.) regarding planned work and how major initiatives will be accomplished, partnership needed, timelines, etc.
- Create cases/ justification for investment in Visual projects
- Build and lead communication with cross functional partners and leaders by creating a platform to showcase the group’s objectives, activities, and results
- Negotiate with vendors when needed
- Work with Head of Visual to plan out annual expense budget, working with parameters of overall Marketing budget
- Prioritize and justify capital expenditures and present to Head of Visual for approval
- Ensure accurate budget tracking and reconciliation each month / quarter
- Assess ability to reduce/ give back when needed
- Plan out & manage project-specific budgets
- Work with Sourcing where appropriate to maximize Gap Inc leverage
- Determine appropriate treatment of costs- capital vs expense- and work with teams to ensure correct attribution
- Oversee vendors to ensure deliverables are met and vendors accountable
- Work with Creative Services and Architecture and Engineering on new & remodel stores
- Ensure appropriate Visual Merchandise elements for new & remodel stores are provided
- Provide Visual input & perspective on new directions (e.g., fixtures, store layouts)
- Work with Procurement & Sourcing teams to ensure effective purchasing
- Work with Field team to prepare for and execute special initiatives and projects
- Collaborate on major roll-outs
- Work with vendors to ensure stores are receiving what they need, and to troubleshoot issues
- Manage team of Creative members
- Creating decks to support strategic plans & proposals – presenting as needed to Executive leadership
- Crafting communication with internal (leadership) and external (vendors, consultants) partners
- Drawing insights from data and share recommendations as appropriate
- Managing complex budget spreadsheets
- Partnering effectively with business partners from varied teams (Finance, Real Estate Finance, Creative Services, Sourcing, Construction, Technical Services, Store Operations, Field)
- Fluency with PowerPoint, Word, Excel
Who You Are
- 5 – 7 years retail and/or visual experience in apparel, luxury brands preferred.
- Collaborative mindset, with desire to foster partnership and integration with key cross functional teams (marketing, brand experience, creative, real estate, product etc.)
- Outstanding organizational skills, communication, writing and presentation skills.
- Ability to determine solutions independently, think creatively, proactively, and implement rapidly.
- Demonstrated ability understand business challenges and recommend effective implementation plans designed to drive results and remain on budget.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to work through ambiguity
- High attention to detail with demonstrated ability to care for multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
Benefits at Banana Republic
- 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: $132,300 - $175,300 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.
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