Director, Fabric Innovation & Brand R&D

Gapinc; San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 180 000 - 250 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Gap Inc. in San Francisco seeks a Senior Director of Materials R&D to translate brand aesthetics into fabric strategies, partnering with Design from concept to development.

You will lead a global team, manage mill networks, drive sustainability, and align fabric innovations with product strategy while leveraging insights and partnerships across NA and Asia. You will champion a data-driven approach, collaborating across Design, Merchandising, and Production to ensure fabrics meet performance and

Qualificações

• Experience translating design intent into commercially viable material strategies.
• Expertise in fabric constructions, dye techniques, finishes, and global sourcing.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams across geographies.
• Strong partnerships with design, sourcing, and mill partners.
• Commitment to sustainability in fabric development.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with Design to translate vision into seasonal fabric strategies.
• Mentor an R&D team and work with cross-functional partners.
• Analyze fabric needs and manage fabric library and archive.
• Drive fabric innovation through new constructions and finishes.
• Explore digital tools to enhance textile research and knowledge management.
• Track KPIs for fabric development and align expectations.
• Ensure fabrics meet pricing architecture while preserving design integrity.
• Define seasonal material direction with boards and trend insights.

Conhecimentos

Fabric development leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Sustainability integration

Global sourcing partnerships

Team mentorship

Data-driven decision making

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Gap Inc. in San Francisco seeks a Senior Director of Materials R&D to translate brand aesthetics into fabric strategies, partnering with Design from concept to development.

You will lead a global team, manage mill networks, drive sustainability, and align fabric innovations with product strategy while leveraging insights and partnerships across NA and Asia. You will champion a data-driven approach, collaborating across Design, Merchandising, and Production to ensure fabrics meet performance and