Manager, BR Design Ops and DPC
Job in
San Francisco, San Francisco County, California, 94199, USA
Listed on 2026-01-26
Listing for:
Gap Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Digital Media / Production, Creative Design / Digital Art, Product Designer, UI/UX Design
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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About Gap Inc.
Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.
This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is 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 to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly?
Join our team.
About
The Role
A strategic and operational leader within Banana Republic and Factory’s Product Operations & Digital Product Creation (DPC) team, driving efficiency, alignment, and innovation across Global Design and cross‑functional partners. This role integrates digital product creation into the design process by optimizing workflows, resources, and collaboration while championing emerging technologies such as 3D and AI. Additionally, this role will support the design teams on DPC implementation and upskilling.
The ideal candidate combines strong design and technical expertise (proficiency with 3D apparel software – CLO strongly preferred – and AI‑assisted design workflows) with a passion for digital innovation to enable creative teams and elevate the end‑to‑end product development process. This role should also have a solid understanding of design sketching, garment construction, fabrics, and materials. Prior experience as an apparel designer is preferred.
What You’ll Do
Design Operations
• Strategic Partnership:
Serve as a key thought partner to / BRFS Design leadership, shaping departmental priorities, establishing best practices, and implementing strategies that enhance creative productivity and cross‑functional efficiency.
• Operational Excellence:
Lead Design calendar management and milestone planning, ensuring clarity, alignment, and adherence to P2M deadlines across the Design organization. Identify process gaps and implement solutions to drive continuous improvement. Support preparation and logistics for Design‑led milestone meetings ensuring seamless coordination & alignment of expectations across teams.
• Team Leadership & Communication:
Foster collaboration within the Design team through effective communication and well‑structured team meetings. Act as the central hub for Design‑related information, ensuring timely updates on processes, deliverables, and expectations.
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Collaboration:
Partner with the broader / BRFS Product Operations team, and the relevant cross‑functional Leaders, to troubleshoot and streamline seasonal pipeline processes, optimize deliverables, and remove operational barriers for Design.
• Process Development & Governance:
Maintain and enhance tools, workflows, and organizational systems that support the Design development process, inclusive of digital workflows and recommended efficiencies. Champion process consistency and transparency across all divisions. Identify new ways of working to improve the P2M calendar.
• Project Leadership:
Drive cross‑divisional Design initiatives, ensuring key product and strategic updates are shared and executed across teams.
• Strategic Change Agent:
Serve as a catalyst for continuous improvement and transformational ways of working, promoting innovation in Design operations and alignment with / BRFS’s long‑range goals.
Design Digital Product Creation Lead
• Support development of CLO, CLO‑SET, and AI workflows and training for Design; identify opportunities for improvement and upskilling.
• Contribute to a strong 3D and AI onboarding experience to drive adoption and skill development across Design.
• Support change‑management strategies and communication for the overall DPC program with Design.
• Lead or co‑lead proofs of concept (POCs) to explore new processes and system enhancements.
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