Events & Special Projects Manager

Tory Burch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Executive coaching on-demand

Paid volunteer days

Job summary

Tory Burch in New York seeks an Events & Special Projects Manager to shape and execute the global event strategy across domestic and international markets. The role leads end-to-end planning for brand activations, openings and partnerships, ensuring flawless execution and strong cross-functional collaboration.

You will manage budgets, calendars and vendors while mentoring the PR & Events team. This position offers a dynamic environment with growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in events, marketing, or communications in fashion or media.
• Strong project management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and vendor negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of high-impact global events.
• Coordinate with Global Events Senior Director on production logistics.
• Source and manage external vendors and production partners.
• Conceptualize retail activations to drive engagement and sales.
• Manage events calendar, budgets, guest lists and contracts.
• Oversee US store-led events with Retail Ops and Store Directors.
• Mentor the PR & Events Assistant.

Skills

Project management

Vendor negotiation

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004.

Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present.

The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.

Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation.

Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community.

You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together.

If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory.

Life @ToryBurch is Special Because: When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits. Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference. We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance. Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales. We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand. We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.

This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:

The Events & Special Projects Manager will report to the Global Events & Special Projects Senior Director and play a key leadership role in shaping and executing the global event strategy across both domestic and international markets, in close collaboration with regional teams. This role is responsible for managing the planning and execution of brand and business-driving events including, but not limited to: PR/Media Events, Global New Store Openings, Wholesale and Retail Store Events, Global Brand Launches, Tory Burch Personal Appearances (International PAs), Business & Licensing Events, Tory Sport, and initiatives supporting the Tory Burch Foundation.

A Day in the Life: Key Responsibilities:

• Project lead the end-to-end planning, development, and execution of high-impact events in alignment with overall brand strategy and business goals.
• Partner closely with the Global Events Senior Director to manage production logistics and ensure flawless execution of key global events.
• Source, negotiate, and manage external vendors and production partners, ensuring all deliverables are met on time, on budget, and within brand standards.
• Ideate and conceptualize innovative retail activations that drive customer engagement, acquisition, and sales; collaborate cross-functionally with the Retail Marketing team.
• Manage and update the events calendar, budget tracking, guest lists, run-of-shows, contracts, and all related documentation and reporting.
• Oversee US store-led events process, partnering with Retail Operations and Store Directors to ensure consistency with brand guidelines, including vetting and approving invitations, partnerships, activations, charitable and local women-focused partnerships.
• Own inventory management of the Events warehouse, ensuring accuracy and readiness for all upcoming initiatives.
• Manage and mentor the PR & Events Assistant, overseeing daily workflow, training, and development.

To Land This Role:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Events, Marketing, or Communications within the fashion or Media industry
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent communication and vendor negotiation skills
• Proven experience managing budgets, timelines, and cross-functional stakeholders

Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:

Our Creative Services team is a passionate team of innovative designers, artists and storytellers working together to express, celebrate and protect our brand’s image across all platforms globally while driving revenue and delivering a transformational customer experience. The team encompasses Public Relations & Communications, Editorial & Storytelling, Visual Merchandising, Creative Operations & Productions, Digital Studios, Digital Creative, and Branding & Photography. We pull out all the stops to ensure that Tory Burch shines in every channel and in every creative asset from our e-commerce sites, campaigns and social media to store windows, packaging, press, events, celebrity and influencer partnerships and so much more. If you’re a creative who loves collaborating with incredible talent, come join us!

How We Work Together

• Adaptable – We change before we have to
• Entrepreneurial – We own it
• Collaborative – There’s no “I” in Tory
• Client & Brand Focused – We put ourselves in Tory’s shoes
• Live the Values – We show up for each other
• Functional Expertise – We’re constantly learning and growing

#TeamTory Values We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is 100,000.00 USD - 130,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.

Benefits Information

We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

• You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.
• We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.

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 [e-mail].

Founded in 2004 in New York City, Tory Burch is an American luxury brand known for beautiful, timeless pieces and rich storytelling that evokes optimism and joy. Tory is a fashion designer who draws inspiration from her parents’ effortless style, the worlds of travel, art and interiors, and women globally. The collections span ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty. Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, underpinning the design philosophy and company culture, and driving the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Every team member is integral to the company’s unique culture and continuing evolution.