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Gap Inc.

Director, Product Development – Beauty

Gap Inc.

Production Director at Gap Inc. overseeing production strategy and operations for the beauty portfolio.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own production strategy and execution across the Gap Inc. Beauty portfolio
  • Manage manufacturing operations, vendor partnerships, commercialization timelines, and supply chain readiness from development through launch
  • Lead end-to-end production execution across all beauty categories including fragrance, bath & body, body care, wellness, gifting, and seasonal programs
  • Own commercialization timelines from formula lock through final production and retail delivery
  • Build scalable production processes and operational frameworks to support rapid category expansion and growth
  • Establish launch readiness governance and milestone tracking across all cross-functional stakeholders
  • Drive speed-to-market optimization while maintaining quality and margin standards
  • Develop and manage strategic relationships with domestic and international manufacturers, fillers, and packaging suppliers
  • Lead vendor selection, capability assessments, and ongoing performance management
  • Negotiate production timelines, MOQs, lead times, and operational terms in partnership with Sourcing and Finance
  • Ensure all products meet retailer, regulatory, and quality standards across applicable markets
  • Partner with Regulatory and Legal teams to oversee testing, documentation, claims substantiation, and compliance readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 10+ years of experience in beauty production, manufacturing, operations, or supply chain leadership
  • Strong expertise across beauty categories including fragrance, personal care, bath & body, skincare, or cosmetics
  • Experience scaling production operations within a high-growth beauty or consumer products environment
  • Proven track record managing complex vendor ecosystems and commercialization processes
  • Deep understanding of beauty manufacturing, packaging production, QA/QC, and regulatory requirements
  • Experience leading cross-functional operational initiatives and driving process optimization
  • Strong financial and operational acumen with experience managing budgets and margin considerations

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools
production strategymanufacturing operationssupply chain managementcommercialization processesvendor managementquality assuranceregulatory complianceprocess optimizationbudget managementmargin analysis
Soft Skills
leadershiprelationship managementcross-functional collaborationnegotiationstrategic thinkingoperational acumencommunicationproblem-solvingorganizational skillstime management