Tapestry Materials Development Coordinator

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and development of seasonal and core materials across leather, fabric, and hardware categories
• Track new material developments and maintain master development charts daily; obtain, organize, and archive material costing sheets
• Maintain and update material databases, seasonal material charts, and article master information; distribute to internal stakeholders and global teams
• Collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and Supply Chain teams throughout the materials development process
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding development status, submissions, and material updates
• Maintain material libraries, article masters, and seasonal material boards; label samples with complete tracking details
• Organize and maintain seasonal material rails and developments; create and distribute material swatches to cross-functional teams
• Manage receipt, processing, and distribution of incoming material packages; verify contents and update tracking charts
• Coordinate outbound shipments to suppliers and global teams; maintain accurate shipment records and tracking logs
• Create and maintain seasonal color palettes, set up color requests within databases, track color proxy development status, and organize distribution to internal partners
• Maintain the Raw Materials Sourcing Closet and development areas; ensure resources remain organized and accessible

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in materials development, product development, merchandising, sourcing, or a related function (combination of education and experience considered)
• Excellent organizational and project coordination skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience working with PLM or material management systems (preferred)
• Interest in leather goods, materials development, and product creation

Skills

Experience

2+ years of experience in materials development, product development, merchandising, sourcing, or a related function; a combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Education

Not specified; high school diploma or equivalent expected.

Workplace

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.

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