About Gap Inc.
Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world.Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyonehas access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman,regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. BananaRepublic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gapinspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly madeessentials.
This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong,and on our own terms-is core to who we are as acompany and how we make decisions.Our teamis 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 tolearn fast, create with audacityand lead boldly? Join our team.
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About the Role
As the Sr. Manager, Talent Lifecycle Programs, Career & Talent Planning, you will lead the design and execution of Gap Inc.'s Career Philosophy and Talent Planning initiatives. This includes building scalable programs/practices and solutions that align with enterprise-wide strategies related to succession planning, leadership pipeline and high-potential programs, and career development and internal mobility. In this role, you will sit within HR's Talent Management organization on the Talent Lifecycle Programs (TLP) team and partner closely with Talent Partners, HRBPs, and the Employee Experience team, who will help co-design and deliver your work.
What You'll Do
- Develop and refine the organization's Career Philosophy and Talent Planning programs/practices to align with business priorities and workforce strategies.
- Partner with Talent Partners and Employee Experience Team to ensure seamless activation and delivery of programs to the broader organization.
- Conduct Train-the-Trainer (T3) sessions for Talent Partners and other partners and leaders to equip them with tools and resources for effective delivery.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement enterprise-wide Career Philosophy and tools that support employee growth and mobility.
- Collaborate with Learning Design teams, as needed, to create career development tools and resources for managers and employees.
- Partner with Inclusion & Belonging to ensure career philosophy initiatives are inclusive, scalable, and adaptable to diverse functions and levels.
- Oversee the design of talent review and succession planning frameworks, identifying critical roles and developing robust pipelines for key positions.
- Partner with Talent Partners to support the identification and development of high-potential talent through tailored assessments and development plans.
- Collaborate with Learning Design teams to support high-potential curricula and targeted leadership development programs.
- Track program adoption and effectiveness through data and feedback, using insights to inform improvements.
- Monitor key metrics, including internal mobility, talent pool readiness, and program ROI, to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- 5-7 years of experience in talent management, succession planning, or organizational development.
- Strong project management and collaboration skills, with experience in matrixed environments.
- In depth expertise in career development and talent assessment frameworks.
- Ability to partner effectively with HR professionals and business leaders.
- 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.
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: $149,600 - $198,200 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.