Sr. Associate, Wholesale Field (Chicago)

Tory Burch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and purpose-driven company that empowers women and values creativity. In this role, you'll leverage your retail and managerial experience to drive sales and foster a collaborative environment. You'll engage with passionate teams, participate in exciting events, and contribute to a culture that values adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work atmosphere. If you're ready to take on challenges and grow professionally, this is the perfect place for you.

Benefits

Generous employee discount

Access to exclusive sample sales

Free executive coaching

Paid volunteer days

Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred, corporate experience in Visuals or Retail Merchandising required.
• Managerial experience mandatory with public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business plans and strategize to meet sales goals.
• Drive full-price sell-through by maintaining communication with store teams.
• Conduct seasonal Product Knowledge sessions across designated areas.

Skills

Retail experience

Public speaking

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

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. Apply today!

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 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:

You have an entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in fashion, culture and current trends. You’re resourceful and have the ability to prioritize and anticipate business needs and requests. You are a leader with a sharp eye for detail, strong organizational, written, and communication skills, and the ability to work well with partners.

A Day in the Life:

The typical day is… atypical. You will be responsible for driving and understanding sales goals by category and partner focused on full-price selling. You will be accountable for training and motivating the store teams, building relationships, conducting seasonal product knowledge seminars and participating in in-store events.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Consistently analyze business plans by door and strategize how to meet and exceed goals
2. Drive full-price sell-through by maintaining consistent communication with store teams regarding sales, goals, employee motivation, competitor performance, seasonal clinics and in-store events
3. Maintain a strong visual presentation in all doors through implementation of seasonal Brand Directives
4. Responsible for ensuring product is presented with integrity both on the sales floor and in the stockrooms
5. Secure prime real estate for the Tory Burch brand
6. Facilitate seasonal Product Knowledge sessions across designated area
7. Maintain consistent communication with corporate wholesale team - best/worst sellers, market overview, competitive feedback, inventory and assortment opportunity
8. Conduct weekly conference calls with Wholesale Field Team and weekly touch base with Wholesale Field Manager to maintain open communication regarding successes and challenges and to leverage best practices
9. Create strategies to motivate and incentive store teams
10. Own and develop brand and product education for DSAs

To Land This Role:

• Retail experience preferred
• Corporate experience required in Visuals, Retail Merchandising or Brand Training
• Experience in Women’s Handbags/Accessories, Footwear or RTW—preferably all
• Ability to travel necessary
• Public speaking skills required
• Managerial experience mandatory

Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:

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 to be determined. 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. Here are highlights of key benefits available to all Tory Burch members that work over 30 hours.

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. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local laws.

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. Contact [e-mail].