Sourcing Merchandiser

**About Gap**:
Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand - our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it.

We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.

**About the Role**:
The Merchandiser, Product Development will be responsible for developing the garment samples for the assigned product / style while working closely with the Merchandising teams of the Vendors. As part of product development team s/he will also be providing support in identifying opportunities of cost saving, onboarding new vendors and executing the innovation agenda for the department in the assigned brand.

**What You'll Do**:

- Downloads tech pack and BOM
- Works with vendors for development sampling and initial costs
- Manages counter costing; Handling samples; Tracking fit approvals; Tracking lab dips
- Following up with vendor on system-updates
- Manages wear-test samples and tailoring samples
- Ensures Systems are updated with costs and details
- Coordinates MST legacy ID communications for purchase order
- Partners with brand Design, R&D and key suppliers to develop innovative and quality product
- Partners with Mill management, QA and technical teams to resolve fabric or quality issues
- Resolves issues within a timely manner while working to continuously improve and create internal and external processes and procedures

**Who You Are**:

- ** Merchandise Sourcing Knowledge - **Experience in sample development and with offshore production exposure; in large-sized buying office or trading company
- ** Planning & Influencing -** proven experience in plan, prioritize and influence at all levels
- ** Drive Results -** ability to analyze situations and proactively suggest solutions to meet deliverables
- ** Learning Agility & Experimentation -** demonstrates eagerness to learn and explore new ways of approaching goals
- ** Effective Communicator & Team Player -** proven capability to communicate effectively, verbal and written

**Benefits at Gap**:

- 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.