Topics regarding layoffs at Gap Inc.

Topics regarding layoffs at Gap Inc.

Has anybody been laid off?

I've heard that not all 80k employees were furloughed but that some have been outright laid off. I don't know anybody in that group, everybody I've talked to personally says they've been furloughed. But if there are some people who were laid off then... — read more 

HQ layoffs

Sounds like they're decentralizing much of the HQ efforts. Not efficient or effective. Theyll continue to burn through the cash in no time.

Different times

If Don Fisher was still alive they would be paying people. I worked at that company almost 20 years. Not the same now. I'm sure all exec's are still being paid. People cant even get onto the sights first unemployment. Shame on them they could... — read more 

Can we switch to distribution centers?

At least if there is one close enough to us? I hear they are swamped and even getting OT, meanwhile, we are out of a job for who knows how long. Talk about getting the short end of the stick. If they start hiring at some point and don't offer it to... — read more 

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This is devastating to so many families!

I understand the mom-and-pop type of businesses having to close and lay off employees, but big corporations such as Gap??? Shouldn't companies as big as this one have contingency plans for situations like this that won't leave their employees hungry... — read more 

Ohio DC

Ohio DC hasn’t had much work since Dec. Lots of VTO offered. If laid off lots of people are screwed by taking the VTO. Unemployment benefits are based on your last quarter of income.

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Part of the Retail Meltdown

"Nowadays, younger shoppers wouldn't think of falling into the Gap but instead find trendier and more affordable clothing at Target or "fast-fashion" chains such as H&M. So, Gap plans to close around 230 stores over two... — read more 

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Chicago it has begun...

Chicago Metro, the layoffs have started! That explains why Tom booked it to Old Navy!

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How are we doing on store closings?

Have all the stores that were part of the Gap's February announcement been notified or closed already? Anybody else thinks it's just a matter of time before the rest of us get a similar notification? I don't see any signs of a turnaround, so it... — read more 

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And the closings continue...

Another Gap store is closing its doors for good - no shock there. Just one of hundreds to come. These are truly sad days for this company... The Gap in Port Jefferson will close in April after 25 years in business... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+YhfPXaO

Long-Term Investment? Short?

Show of hands. How many of you are holding onto this stock as an investment choice with either short or long-term yields? How has the stock been performing for you lately? Missing expectations from quarter-to-quarter? Underperforming same-store-sales... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+XgAyDff

Gap and Gap Kids at Colonie Center near Albany closing

I'm trying to figure out if this is a part of the announced major closing wave or if this is something separate. Anybody knows? The Gap stores in Colonie Center will close next month with 'store closing' signs going up later this week, according to... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+WvQR0UG

Hundreds of GAP stores closing

In case somebody missed it, looks like the leadership is getting ready to close hundreds of stores sometime soon. Great news to give us for holidays, really great. It'd be really nice to know if there is a way to know ahead if a store is affected... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+WgywVnH

Gap Layoffs 2019

This thread is for info about potential Gap Layoffs in 2019 or any other relevant information?

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Post ID: @OP+VTvKiTD

GAP is hiring

Locations: Albuquerque, NM; Fresno, CA; Gallatin, TN; Grove City, OH; New York, NY; San Bruno, CA; San Francisco, CA; Orland Park, IL; Albertville, MN; Portland, OR, Los Angeles, CA Positions: Assistant Manager, Lost Prevention Agent, Stock... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+Vu36USL

Here it comes!

This is gonna be bad.

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Post ID: @OP+UEOeYDj

Mixed results = layoffs

Just wondering if anybody else is worried that mixed first quarter results and a significant drops in Gap's shares will bring on more layoffs? Or even more closings in the near future?... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+TlDlY1m

Gap Factory Store in ST. Cloud closing

Anybody knows if we can expect more of these any time soon? I have to admit I'm worried. The Gap Factory Store at 3959 Second St. S will be closing this summer, according to a local store lead... — read more 

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Gap Layoffs 2018

How many times will our folks trust executives, there will be layoffs do not trust them, especially if you are in San Francisco.

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Post ID: @OP+PLAt7xv

It’s our time to pay the piper

200 stores closing, sales numbers continue to slide – today Gap has less investment, less capital, less hours, where do I stop? 2018 will be a bad year for us as customer preferences changes and the folks who sit in the Ivory Tower in San Francisco... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+PaoZTGe

Gap closing 200 Gap and Banana Republic stores

This will cost a lot of good people their jobs. Still no news on which stores are being shuttered. While they are closing 200 Gap and Banana Republic stores, they are planing to open 270 new Old Navy and Athleta locations. This is small comfort to us... — read more 

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| 1721 views | | 1 reply (September 8, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+P8C8YaK

Gap Restructure

Don't know how Gap has kept this out of the news, but Mid July they elminated positions in every store. The positions of Assistant GM and All Lead positions were cut. This is at least three positions if not more for every store. They are replaced... — read more 

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The problem with the company is in the description...

It says that in Feb of 2014 the company was capitalized at 16B. Go ahead. Click the stock app on your phone and check GPS. The company has lost 42% of its valuation in 3 years. Perhaps you should continue this growth pattern and invest in MCI... — read more 

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WARN Notice Filed -200+ to be laid off in San Francisco

216 workers in San Francisco will be cut. WARN notices have been filed with the state of California. Not the first time, nobody is surprised and nobody is making any fuss about it. People are just fine with it, it's acceptable and no big deal any... — read more 

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Gap Layoffs 2017

Is this really happening, hearing many rumors about layoffs in San Francisco.

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Art Peck is still at the helm?

Same-store-sales numbers month after month exhibit systemic failure. No clear direction on regaining consumer confidence. Style and quality are still issues. Employee morale is in an abyss. The stench of human sadness emanates from every corner of... — read more 

Art Peck cleaning house

My boss just got the laid off and I am being re-org'd. So far IT department being impacted. 20+ impacted so far.

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