Coach RTW Studio Coordinator

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Employment Full-Time
Seniority Junior
Department Merchandising, Buying & Planning
Industry Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
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Coach — RTW Studio Coordinator in New York (Hudson Yards). Coordinate materials sourcing, sample logistics and development packages for Ready-to-Wear.

Overview

Coach is a global fashion house based in New York known for its modern approach to American luxury and craftsmanship. The brand is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands that emphasizes design-led product, inclusivity, and cross-brand collaboration across its group.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Source and procure materials, trims and vintage components locally to support ready-to-wear collections and upcycle initiatives.
  • Prepare and distribute cut tickets and comprehensive development packages to local vendors and factories.
  • Maintain and organise the studio stock room, including fabrics, leather, trims and vintage inventories; ensure accurate material labelling and storage.
  • Create and maintain trackers for vintage/upcycle orders and development spending; provide daily updates to the project spend chart.
  • Coordinate logistics for sending development packages and sample materials to service providers and local factories using messenger or car services.
  • Liaise with vendors, service providers and internal design teams to ensure timely delivery of development samples and components.
  • Support ad hoc studio tasks to streamline sample production workflows and maintain sample room efficiency.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrable proficiency in product development workflows and studio/sample room operations.
  • Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail and document control.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking spend and maintaining development trackers.
  • Ability to manage vendor and courier relationships and coordinate time-sensitive sample logistics.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Product Development Material sourcing Vendor coordination Sample logistics Inventory / stockroom management Cut ticket creation Development package preparation Excel Uber Lyft

Experience

Typically 1–3 years of experience in a ready-to-wear studio, product development team, or sample room environment within fashion or apparel, with hands-on exposure to sourcing, vendor liaison and sample logistics.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or bachelor’s in fashion merchandising, textile science, product development or a related field preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in New York, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 1.574 open roles in New York, including 28 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 1.706 active listings on Cerulean, 37 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.587 open positions, with 170 posted this week.

Benefits

Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid paternity and maternity leave, Commuter benefits, Disability insurance, Tuition assistance

Culture

Coach combines a design-led, craft-focused approach with the progressive, inclusive ethos of its New York heritage. The workplace is collaborative and fast-paced, valuing creativity, direct communication and continuous learning within a global house of brands.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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