Director, Field Compensation

About Gap Inc.

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.     

This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to  learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.

About the Role

Gap Inc. is looking for a strategic and people-centered leader to join our team as Director of Compensation, with a strong focus on supporting employees in our stores and distribution/customer contact centers (DC/CC). In this impactful role, you’ll shape compensation strategies that reflect our commitment to pay for performance, transparency, and meaningful recognition for the teams who deliver our brand experience every day.
As a key member of the Total Rewards leadership team, you’ll reimagine how we reward and retain talent across our operational footprint. Your work will drive scalable, data-informed solutions that honor the contributions of our store and DC/CC teams, while aligning with our broader goal: to become a high-performing house of American brands that shape culture.

What You'll Do

Compensation Leader – Stores Across Multiple Brands & DC Operations

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of compensation programs tailored to store across multiple brands and distribution center (DC) employees, including hourly base pay structures, incentive plans, and recognition programs.
• Develop compensation strategies that reflect the unique needs of front-line talent in both retail and DC environments, supporting workforce engagement, operational excellence, and brand-specific business goals.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking using industry-specific data to ensure competitive pay positioning for store and DC roles across diverse geographies and labor markets.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights to guide compensation decisions and support operational leaders in making informed talent investments.
• Oversee the annual compensation planning cycle for store and DC employees, including merit increases, promotions, and incentive payouts, ensuring alignment with performance outcomes and financial targets.
• Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Store Operations, and DC Operations teams to deliver compensation solutions that are practical, scalable, and responsive to the needs of hourly and field-based teams across brands.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, pay equity standards, and transparency regulations while maintaining internal consistency and external competitiveness.
• Monitor labor market trends and proactively recommend enhancements to compensation programs to attract, retain, and motivate front-line talent in a dynamic, multi-brand retail environment.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR, Operations, and Finance leaders on compensation matters impacting store and DC employees, providing strategic guidance and operational support.
• Collaborate with Legal, Labor Relations, and HR Operations to ensure compliance and integrity across all compensation programs.
• Develop and deliver training and communication materials tailored to store and DC audiences, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adoption of compensation programs.
• Manage compensation tools and systems to ensure they are intuitive and accessible for field and DC users, supporting efficient execution and decision-making at the local level.

Who You Are

• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities, with a proven ability to evaluate complex scenarios using diverse data sources—both internal and external—to develop clear, actionable solutions. Highly proficient in Excel for modeling and analysis.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to influence stakeholders, articulate and defend recommendations, and negotiate effectively. Skilled in creating impactful presentations using Word and PowerPoint.
• Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage multiple concurrent projects and workstreams in collaboration with cross-functional partners.
• Strategic thinker with a business-oriented mindset, consistently connecting compensation expertise to broader organizational goals and identifying cross-functional implications across Operations, Finance, and HR.
• Extensive experience in compensation and other analytical disciplines, including Finance and Inventory Management, with a strong foundation in data modeling, interpretation, and strategic decision-making.

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.*
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*For eligible employees