Director, Studio Manager RTW

JOB SUMMARY

The Director, Studio Manager will report into the Senior Vice President, Ready to Wear Design (RTW) and will support the design team from a calendar management, communications and resource perspective ensuring the team is aware of key priorities and deliverables. This role will also be involved in monitoring deliverables, identifying efficiencies and communicating accordingly to ensure timely execution. They will work to enhance and streamline processes in support of greater speed and agility; serve as liaison between the design team and cross-functional partners, oversee communications between teams and facilitate meetings as needed. This person will support the design teams to manage deliverables and ensure the team is adequately resourced during peak periods.

JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary communication link connecting the SVP, Ready to Wear (RTW) Design and the larger team, ensuring everyone is aware of priorities, deadlines, meetings etc.
• Oversee the calendar in accordance of the parameters of the brand while ensuring the design team needs are met; mitigate any potential risks while being solution oriented.
• Streamline processes to drive efficiency in support of speed and agility; from initial concept through to pass off.
• Facilitate and coordinate meetings and communicate decisions accordingly.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and speed/agility.
• Act as the liaison between Design and cross-functional teams, such as Merchandising, Product Development, Sales, International and other teams as needed.
• Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments; identifying efficiencies without compromising end product.
• Other duties, as required, in support of in support of overall business initiatives.
  

EDUCATION & PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• 8+ years of Project Management/Operations experience in Fashion/Retail or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred or equivalent
• Attention to detail, follow-up and excellent organization
• Strong computer knowledge including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel and PLM (Centric) systems
• Ability to work effectively with creative teams
• Self-motivated and results oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical, dynamic and solutions oriented r who can think outside the box and is solutions oriented
• Collaborative partner with a team-oriented approach
• Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
• Understand how to motivate talent and help foster a collaborative creative culture
• Flexible and creative problem solver
• Personal professionalism and accountability

CORE SKILLS

• Adaptable - Change before you have to
  • Changes course easily - Knows when to be patient and when to push - Works well in the gray - Shows grace under pressure - Owns mistakes and learns from them - Balances multiple priorities
• Entrepreneurial Spirit - Own it
  • Takes initiative, doesn't wait for direction - Builds for the future - Takes personal ownership and accountability - Is resourceful in getting things done
• Collaborative - No "I" in Tory
  • Is self-aware and open-minded - Integrates the perspectives of others - Is direct but respectful - Communicates cross functionally - Knows when to get people involved and when to make a decision - Takes an inclusive approach
• Client & Brand Focus - Put yourself in Tory's shoes
  • Passionate about the brand and the work - Creates a transformational client experience - Makes decisions in the best interest of the company and our customers - Focuses on internal and external customers
• Live the Values - Being "Buddy"
  • Keeps the "Buddy Values" alive (Kindness, humility, warmth, honesty, loyalty, compassion, integrity, and passion) - It's not just what you do, but how you do it - Contributes to a positive and productive environment
• Functional Expertise - Know Your Stuff
  • Has the skills necessary to perform the job - Keeps current on trends, skills, and practices - Puts learning into practice

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tory Burch LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual's age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) or sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability or membership in any other protected class under applicable law. Likewise, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Disability Accommodation

Tory Burch is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you require assistance or an accommodation with the hiring process, please contact talent@toryburch.com .