Tapestry Buyer – Omni Leathergoods
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $100,000–120,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About Tapestry
Tapestry is a New York–based house of modern luxury, uniting the distinctive worlds of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. As an employer, the group offers the scale and sophistication of a global fashion leader while preserving the creative spirit and heritage of its iconic brands. Tapestry cultivates an inclusive, purpose-driven culture where design, craftsmanship, digital innovation, and commercial excellence intersect. Its teams are encouraged to think boldly, grow continuously, and contribute to a more responsible future for fashion, making Tapestry a compelling environment for talent seeking impact, creativity, and international opportunity.
Kate Spade New York Buyer – Omni Leathergoods in New York. Drive category strategy and financial performance across leather goods, $100K–$120K annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Build and execute a unique product strategy that meets and exceeds financial goals across leather goods categories
- Drive sales and achieve financial targets for leather goods while managing inventory and profitability metrics
- Analyze sales and inventory data weekly, monthly, and quarterly to inform strategic recommendations and identify growth opportunities
- Identify risks and opportunities within the assortment through regular analysis incorporating sales performance, consumer feedback, and competitive insights
- Partner with Global Merchandise team on line development to ensure business needs are met and product roadmap aligns with strategy
- Collaborate with Planning team to manage open-to-buy and develop markdown and promotional strategies to achieve sales, margin, and turn targets
- Own SKU planning and development to achieve category financial goals and performance metrics
- Liaise with Supply Operations team to ensure timely and efficient delivery of merchandise
- Work with Ecommerce team to enhance the digital shopping experience and optimize online assortment presentation
- Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Ecommerce, Field Team, and Customer Experience to execute business strategies
- Conduct competitive marketplace analysis and gather qualitative feedback on product, customer preferences, and competitive positioning to identify assortment opportunities
- Present category performance and strategy recommendations in milestone meetings to senior leadership
- Manage and develop an Assistant Buyer, providing coaching, clear expectations, and career development support
Qualifications
- Proven ability to own category performance including sales, margin, and inventory targets
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable strategies
- Demonstrated ability to influence and leverage cross-functional partners across the organization
- Excellent time management and follow-through on all responsibilities and deliverables
- Flexibility and collaborative team player mentality in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong presentation skills with ability to communicate clearly to leadership and cross-functional teams
- Strong financial acumen and business acumen in retail
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- 5+ years of experience in a retail buying role, preferably in omni-channel environments
- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
Skills
Experience
5+ years of experience in a retail buying role. Omni-channel buying experience is preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 100,000 to USD 120,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, Tuition assistance
Culture
Tapestry fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, craftsmanship, and consumer insight come together across its portfolio of iconic fashion and lifestyle brands. As an employer, it encourages entrepreneurial thinking, global perspective, and continuous growth, empowering teams to shape meaningful brand experiences while contributing to a culture of innovation and belonging.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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