Sr. Manager, Procurement - Inbound Logistics
Gap Inc.

Job Info

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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

In this role, you will partner with our brands & corporate functions across the globe, to continuously drive value within various supply chain and transportation categories. You will establish and drive procurement category strategies designed to deliver a holistic value proposition that is aligned with business goals. Additionally, you will establish a category management framework that enables strategic vendor relationships, superior collaboration with business stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Value Capture - Accountable for the development and execution of procurement strategies for the inbound transportation categories. Responsible for achieving procurement savings (P&L, Capital and Non-P&L) targets.
• Category Management - Develop deep category strategies with the focus of category management that translates into actionable multi-year sourcing strategies. Building and developing high-performing category management teams.
• Build and Strengthen Strategic Relationships - successfully partner across functions (Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, and Risk Management) to drive results. SRM focused with the goal of fostering strategic supplier relationships.
• Influence - Seamlessly communicate across various levels of the organization to build alignment and drive outcomes. Demonstrate executive presence.
• Transportation and Supply Chain Management - Lead procurement activity within the inbound transportation category (Ocean Freight, Air Freight, Truckload, Transloading and Outsourced Distribution). Lead strategic sourcing events & negotiations (e.g., build RFI/RFPs, sourcing analytics, business cases), as well as proactive contract pipeline management.
• Monitor and Report - Ensure compliance with procurement policies and industry standards. Monitor and report on category performance, identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Team Leadership - Manage Category management team with a focus on talent development.

Who You Are

• Experience in Procurement or related field, preferred experience in category management
• Strong background in logistics, supply chain and transportation categories preferred.
• Sourcing Capability - significant experience driving long-term results through category strategies, levering in-depth market knowledge, collaborating, and influencing at all levels of a global organization.
• Strong problem-solving & communication skills
• Excellent executive level communication and presentation skills
• In-depth expertise in Category Management and related processes.
• 3+ years of people management experience

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.*
• 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.

US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc's quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.'s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.

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