Sr Tech Designer

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

In this role, you will be accountable for maintaining and executing design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, aligned to our customers' needs. You will be a strong collaborator and influencer with cross-functional partners and vendors and be able to translate design concepts into specifications for costing and first prototypes, by leveraging fit camps and maintaining overall customer fit consistency. You hold ownership of the Women's Outerwear, Blazers, and Non-Denim Bottoms categories for Banana Republic, driving fit excellence and product integrity from concept through final approval in addition to providing direction to global sourcing teams to expand vendor capabilities and troubleshoot fit issues, as needed.

What You'll Do

• Lead fit and construction strategy for Women's Outerwear, Blazers, and Non-Denim Bottoms, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetic, cost targets, and functional requirements.
• An advanced understanding and practical application of garment construction, patternmaking, alterations, and grading.
• An expert in Fit, Construction, and Quality; strong understanding of the brand and customer; one who can consistently execute to a high level of aesthetic, cost, and functional requirements.
• Effective use of PLM software or Tech Pack Management system
• Responsible for fit & construction risk management, plus training & empowering Supplier's fit technicians.
• Ensure Physical and Digital samples comply with brand standards throughout the product creation process
• Ownership and Maintenance of the block library and fit guide
• Partner with Quality Assurance team to identify and implement Banana Republic’s best practices. Look for opportunities for continuous improvement based on customer feedback, return rates, and customer online reviews.

Who You Are

• Experience in 3D rendering and digital pattern software; ability to accurately execute, style, and pattern revisions in digital space.
• Soft Skills - Demonstrate ability to influence the cross-functional team and help the team reach highly informed decisions.
• Stay up to date with relevant trends and competitor fit attributes by maintaining a customer-centric mindset and an aesthetic eye
• Be proactive and a self-starter; one who develops and utilizes tools, resources, and processes that support innovative and effective ways of working through all stages of product development.
• Organization skills - Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to recommend solutions.
• A natural problem-solver who inspires a solution-centric approach in his/her/their team

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: $104,200 - $138,200 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.