About Gap Inc.
At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture.
Our portfolio—Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta—each brings a distinct point of view to how we show up in the world and serve our customers.
Old Navy democratizes style with quality and value for all. Gap champions originality through essential pieces that celebrate individuality. Banana Republic is rooted in a spirit of discovery, creating modern pieces inspired by craftsmanship and travel. Athleta champions the Power of She through confidence, strength, and movement.
We’re driven by a shared purpose: to bridge gaps—between people, perspectives, and possibilities—to create a better world.
We’re building a team that performs at a high level—people who think boldly, take ownership, and turn ideas into impact. If you’re ready to learn fast and help shape what’s next, you’ll fit right in.
About the Role
THE OPPORTUNITY.
As Sr. Design Manager, Store Design, you are responsible for managing the design process from initial conceptual stages through successful completion of store design initiatives. This role includes managing internal and external teams in delivering store experience projects. You bring creative solutions through brand knowledge, retail design expertise balanced with Gap Inc. strategies and financial goals.
This is a role responsible for store design, fostering a creative process, guide decision-making, shaping brand experience, cross-functional relationships and design strategy.
What You'll Do
THE RESPONSIBILITIES.
- Act as a design ambassador managing and structuring the creative process to foster cross functional collaboration and communication with brand partners
- Exceptional designer with the ability to develop and convey compelling designs and describe considerations, implementation strategies, and overall design direction succinctly
- Responsible for complex coordination to gain alignment and consensus
- Manage and assist internal business partners and external consultants on project specific basis ensuring adherence to established project budget and timeline
- Provide solutions that are thoughtful in design intent
- Pro-actively keep up with industry trends in retail experience and design
- Exceptional designer with the ability to develop and convey compelling designs and describe considerations, implementation strategies, and overall design direction succinctly
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills required to develop strong working relationship across business groups and key stakeholders at all levels
- Experienced in developing comprehensive presentations and documentation packages with excellent graphic verbal, written, and presentation skills
Who You Are
KEY EXPERIENCES.
- Minimum of 7+ years of progressive design experience in architecture, interiors, experiential and brand creative that elevate brand excellence. (3+ years of retail design experience preferred)
- Bachelors/Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or related field
- Strength in managing a design team in the delivery of complex projects varying in scale, budget, and size. Proven ability to work independently as well as guide teams across a mix of complex projects.
- Good understanding of materials and methods in architecture, interior design and fixture design
- Proven design management, architecture, interiors or related industry experience working with cross-functional teams globally, in corporate or design environments
- Excellent understanding of design principals with the ability to translate ideas, forms, and functions into cohesive design concepts with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects/priorities concurrently in a fast-paced, high growth, and results driven environment
- Self-starter and capable individual contributor with ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions
- Demonstrated expertise and proficiency in design software to support the design process (SketchUp, Rhino, VRay, Escape, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and Miro). Ability to diagram, sketch, prepare layouts, 3D visualization, massing studies.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD
- Ability to manage diverse range of priorities and agile to adapt to change
Benefits at Gap Inc.
- 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.
*For eligible employees
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: $143,900 - $186,200 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.
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