Associate, Global 3D Creative Development at Tapestry in New York, NY

Job description

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. To support the execution of key workstreams within Global Creative Development, working closely with the Senior Manager across development, production, scheduling, logistics, and installation. This role coordinates assigned project activities and communicates proactively and clearly with vendors, regional partners, and cross-functional stakeholders. Global Props and Pop-Ups Production Program · Support the development and production of global in-store temporary props from concept through install, working closely with the Senior Manager and broader project team · Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for vendors on assigned production details, timelines, and deliverables, and assist with troubleshooting issues as they arise · Facilitate the global sample submission and approval process, including tracking, organizing, and following up on feedback · Assist with material sourcing for Coach Play stores and help move sample kit production forward with external suppliers · Document approvals and feedback from lead designers and regional partners clearly and promptly, maintaining a reliable written record · Maintain and continuously organize the material library, including samples and production assets, as a shared team resource · Provide timely project status updates to the Senior Manager and cross-functional partners · Support the administrative and logistical aspects of project execution, including maintaining accurate, up-to-date task trackers In-Office Event Production Support · Support production preparation and installation planning for in-office events (e.g., Line Opening, Re-See) · Serve as point of contact for vendors on fabrication, construction, and delivery logistics under the direction of the Senior Manager · Provide on-site support during installations, coordinating assigned activities · Conduct quality checks of fabricated elements and installations · Maintain event timelines and task trackers, follow up on assigned actions, and keep the broader team informed Budget · Track production costs and maintain budget documents · Open and manage purchase orders in Ariba Experience and Qualifications · 3+ years of hands-on experience in 2D/3D production, visual merchandising, or installation, ideally in a retail, luxury, or experiential environment · Demonstrated ability to contribute across multiple project phases, balance concurrent workstreams and deadlines, and exercise good judgment on prioritization and escalation · Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills with vendors, designers, and other cross-functional partners · Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment · Experience with process documentation, budget tracking, or workflow improvement preferred · Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; working proficiency in SketchUp required, Adobe Creative Suite and Rhino a plus #LI- DL1 Our Competencies for All Employees Courage : Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. Creativity : Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unre