Embroidery Manager Jobs in Rutherford, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand – our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it.

We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.

In this role, you will drive the development of color, print and pattern identity for Gap Outlet Girls and Toddler Girls. You will develop seasonal print and woven concepts using a CAD system to create repeats, colorways, and scale variations of both purchased and original artwork. You’ll need to partner closely with the design team and understand the brand aesthetic to achieve iconic and flawless concepts.

• Create seasonal print/color concepts and builds out relevant print/yarn dye/ embroidery pattern stories from that concept that are on brand
• Lead, develop and guide CAD Textile Designers and Associate Designers to build a highly talented and technically experienced team
• Ensure prints and yarn dyes are maintained in CAD system in multiple colorways and various sizes, maximizing efficiency and organization and meeting deadlines
• Maintain an understanding of print and CAD technology trends in the market, providing relevant imagery to communicate print trends and build seasonal color palettes and pattern boards
• Responsible for preparing artwork packages that comply with production ready standards, providing well defined recommendations to meet business requirements
• Responsible for quality of services and advice in meeting business partner (design, production, research & development, merchandising) needs
• Responsible for end results of team and shares responsibility over resources, budget and adherence to policies

• Strong Knowledge of CAD systems/software/printers (NedGraphics; Illustrator; Photoshop), MS Office and Excel; Expert knowledge of print and textile designs, color matching and creation of colorways
• Ability to lead, influence and develop a high performing team of designers.
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills
• Awareness of product development from conceptualization to finished design for textiles
• Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions

• 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: $108,500 - $141,000 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.