Gap Inc.
About the Role
The Inventory Strategy team is responsible for supporting cross-functional teams with analytics, tools and system expertise to enable top line growth. As a member of the Athleta Inventory Strategy team, the Sr Manager will have their black belt in the analytics that fuel our systems and be the main driver of data accessibility for the Inventory Management teams. They will possess a strong understanding of how all our systems, process, tools work together to drive business results and understand the power of data in decision making. The ideal candidate is comfortable in ambiguous environments and is naturally curious. They possess a high level of comfort with Excel, are technically savvy and comfortable working within a cross-functional atmosphere up and down the ladder.
Key Ownership & Responsibilities
Reporting & Analytics
Build, maintain, and deliver automated reporting and tools for Inventory Management.
Train Inventory Management and Merch teams on tools, processes, and reports.
Tools & System Expertise
Serve as system experts for all planning, forecasting, and reporting tools (brand and enterprise).
Validate new tools, system enhancements, analytics, and data outputs prior to business adoption (UAT, documentation, rollout).
Translate business requirements into clear technical specs; prioritize the backlog with Tech/Data and shepherd delivery.
Initiative Leads
Lead enterprise or cross‑functional initiatives to improve forecast accuracy, availability, and inventory productivity.
Act as the bridge between business teams and technical partners; develop crisp business cases, timelines, and change plans.
Own stakeholder communications and adoption plans; measure outcomes vs. targets.
Process & Governance
Standardize inventory management processes across pre‑season and in‑season cadences.
Define governance and best practices for analytics and decision‑making.
Team Leadership
Set clear goals and coach for analytic rigor, tool craftsmanship, and influence.
Create a culture of documentation, testing, and continuous improvement.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
7+ years in inventory management, demand planning, supply chain analytics, or related retail/omni roles; 3+ years leading teams or large cross-functional initiatives.
Deep understanding of inventory planning systems and retail metrics (OTB, sell-through, WOS, turns, safety stock, lead-time).
Strong data storytelling and executive communication.
Demonstrated project leadership across scoping, requirements, implementation, and change management.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of SQL and/or a scripting language for data analysis; familiarity with databases a plus.
Comfort with scenario modeling, pricing/markdown analytics, size optimization, and benefit realization measurement.
Experience with macros/VBA and specialized formatting in Excel.
Retail/athleisure/apparel experience and omni-channel context.
Expert-level Excel (advanced formulas; model/tool building).
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The Inventory Strategy team is responsible for supporting cross-functional teams with analytics, tools and system expertise to enable top line growth. As a member of the Athleta Inventory Strategy team, the Sr Manager will have their black belt in the analytics that fuel our systems and be the main driver of data accessibility for the Inventory Management teams. They will possess a strong understanding of how all our systems, process, tools work together to drive business results and understand the power of data in decision making. The ideal candidate is comfortable in ambiguous environments and is naturally curious. They possess a high level of comfort with Excel, are technically savvy and comfortable working within a cross-functional atmosphere up and down the ladder.
Key Ownership & Responsibilities
Reporting & Analytics
Build, maintain, and deliver automated reporting and tools for Inventory Management.
Train Inventory Management and Merch teams on tools, processes, and reports.
Tools & System Expertise
Serve as system experts for all planning, forecasting, and reporting tools (brand and enterprise).
Validate new tools, system enhancements, analytics, and data outputs prior to business adoption (UAT, documentation, rollout).
Translate business requirements into clear technical specs; prioritize the backlog with Tech/Data and shepherd delivery.
Initiative Leads
Lead enterprise or cross‑functional initiatives to improve forecast accuracy, availability, and inventory productivity.
Act as the bridge between business teams and technical partners; develop crisp business cases, timelines, and change plans.
Own stakeholder communications and adoption plans; measure outcomes vs. targets.
Process & Governance
Standardize inventory management processes across pre‑season and in‑season cadences.
Define governance and best practices for analytics and decision‑making.
Team Leadership
Set clear goals and coach for analytic rigor, tool craftsmanship, and influence.
Create a culture of documentation, testing, and continuous improvement.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
7+ years in inventory management, demand planning, supply chain analytics, or related retail/omni roles; 3+ years leading teams or large cross-functional initiatives.
Deep understanding of inventory planning systems and retail metrics (OTB, sell-through, WOS, turns, safety stock, lead-time).
Strong data storytelling and executive communication.
Demonstrated project leadership across scoping, requirements, implementation, and change management.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of SQL and/or a scripting language for data analysis; familiarity with databases a plus.
Comfort with scenario modeling, pricing/markdown analytics, size optimization, and benefit realization measurement.
Experience with macros/VBA and specialized formatting in Excel.
Retail/athleisure/apparel experience and omni-channel context.
Expert-level Excel (advanced formulas; model/tool building).
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