Job Details

About the Role

Reporting to the SVP of Merchandise Planning, the VP of Merchandise Planning for US Kids & Baby and New Business Ventures will lead the strategic planning and execution of inventory, allocation, and analytics for these high-growth categories. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of Old Navy's core and emerging businesses by aligning inventory strategies with customer demand, financial goals, and innovation initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep retail expertise, a passion for kids and baby apparel, and a forward-thinking approach to new business development.

Salary Range: $300,000- $350,000 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.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute sales and inventory strategies for US Kids & Baby and New Business Ventures, leveraging customer insights and market trends.

• Drive demand-driven planning and forecasting using advanced analytics and data science tools.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure inventory strategies align with product, marketing, and channel priorities.

• Lead in-season inventory management and allocation to maximize sales, margin, and customer satisfaction.

• Champion innovation by piloting new planning technologies and processes tailored to emerging business models.

• Present data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership, influencing key business decisions.

• Foster a high-performing, inclusive team culture focused on collaboration, agility, and continuous improvement.

• Act as a strategic thought partner in identifying and scaling new business opportunities within the Old Navy ecosystem.

Who You Are

• 15+ years of experience in merchandise or inventory planning, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role; experience in kids, baby, or new business incubation is a strong plus.

• Proven ability to lead planning for both mature and emerging business categories.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a track record of data-driven decision making.

• Experience with business transformation, including technology implementation and organizational change.

• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.

• Passion for innovation, customer-centricity, and building the future of retail

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