Manager, Store Construction Procurement

Tapestry (Coach/Kate Spade); New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tapestry, the global house of brands including Coach and Kate Spade New York, is seeking a Manager, Store Construction Procurement to lead sourcing, supplier management and procurement execution across Store Construction, Architecture and Design for new stores, remodels, relocations and rollouts.

You will partner with Store Design, Architecture, Construction, Finance, and Legal to deliver value, manage supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings while maintaining project

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Strategic Sourcing or Store Construction procurement.
• Experience with general contractors, architectural services, fixtures, millwork, lighting, and installations.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering savings.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing events, RFx development, bid analysis and awards.
• Develop category strategies for Store Construction, Design, and Architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on budgets and timelines.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Contract Management

Supplier Management

Excel Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Data Analysis

Job description

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what's possible.

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands - Coach and Kate Spade New York - was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen. We're always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this: Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

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.

Primary Purpose

The Manager, Store Construction Procurement will manage sourcing, supplier management and procurement execution across Store Construction, Architecture and Design for Tapestry brands. This role supports new stores, remodels, relocations and rollouts. Partnering with the Senior Manager, Store Construction Procurement, it covers sourcing across general contractors, architectural services, millwork, fixtures, lighting, flooring and installations. This individual will work closely with Store Design, Architecture, Construction, Finance, and Legal to deliver commercial value, manage supplier performance and support process discipline across the procurement lifecycle.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Store Development to...

• Support the development and execution of category strategies for Store Construction, Design and Architecture, partnering with global and regional stakeholders across new stores, remodels, relocations, and rollouts.


• Manage end-to-end sourcing events, including RFx development, bid analysis, negotiations, and award recommendations.


• Lead bid leveling and scope reviews with Construction and Design teams to make sure proposals are complete, comparable and aligned to project budgets.


• Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation in support of category and procurement targets.


• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, including commercial terms, pricing, scope alignment, and service expectations.


• Build strong relationships with general contractors, architects, millworkers, fixture suppliers, installers, and other construction-related vendors.


• Build business cases and present sourcing recommendations to procurement leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.


• Manage sourcing workstreams and timelines, using spend data, pipeline visibility, and market insights to inform decisions.


• Identify and support process improvements across intake, sourcing, approvals, contracting, and project handoff.

The accomplished individual will possess...

• 5+ years of Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Store Construction, Store Development, Architecture, or related category experience; a combination of education and experience will be considered.


• Experience in construction-related procurement categories, including general contractors, architectural services, fixtures, millwork, lighting, flooring and installations.


• Solid knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology, with the ability to apply it pragmatically.


• Hands-on negotiation, contract management, and supplier management experience, with strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering measurable value.


• Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis, bid evaluation, and business case development.


• Strong Excel skills, with the ability to build bid comparisons, savings tracking and clear summaries for leadership.


• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence Manager- and Director-level stakeholders and keep projects moving through ambiguity.


• Ability to manage multiple projects at once in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail across sourcing documentation, approvals and contracting.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

An outstanding professional will have...

• Firsthand experience applying strategic sourcing methodology to construction categories.


• Technical knowledge of architecturals, shop drawings, finishes and material usage.


• Experience supporting retail, luxury or multi-site store rollout programs.


• Exposure to global or multi-region sourcing.


• A high degree of business acumen, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, hands-on approach.

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