Sr. Manager, PMO - Design Development

The Gap • Folsom, CA

20h

About The Position

About the Role The Sr. Manager, Design Development PMO is a critical connector across Store Development, driving clarity and alignment through complex design workflows. This Sr. Manager brings structure to ambiguity, simplifies complexity into compelling and actionable stories, and collaborates across diverse functions to enable fast, high-quality decision-making. What You'll Do

Requirements

• 7–10 years in Store Development, Design Development, PMO, Creative Operations, Architecture, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to document and clarify complex initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to influence and align cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organization, time management, and communication skills.
• A clarity-creator who brings order and focus to ambiguous or complex situations.
• A communicator who distills complexity into simple, compelling messaging.
• A collaborative partner who builds strong cross-functional relationships.
• A strategic problem solver with strong business acumen and proactive drive.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in matrixed or multi-brand environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Design Development due dates within holistic project milestone plans.
• Create structured, easy-to-consume project plans, decision logs, and communication pathways.
• Synthesize complex design and technical information into simple, clear narratives for leadership and partners.
• Coordinate Design Development review sessions including agendas, deliverables, and follow-ups.
• Oversee samples, timelines, and approval workflows to ensure efficient movement of information.
• Maintain trackers summarizing design elements, decisions, milestone status, cost impacts, and deadlines.
• Lead project touchpoints to ensure cross-functional alignment and surface risks early.
• Identify challenges and recommend proactive solutions to maintain momentum.
• Support design development needs for special projects, programs, and new concepts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed