Tapestry Merchandising Assistant, Women's Footwear
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $60,000–66,300/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 1, 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.
Coach Merchandising Assistant position in New York—Women's Footwear category. Full-time role managing assortments, sales analysis, and product strategy. $60K–$66.3K annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage daily merchandising responsibilities including building, editing, and maintaining assortment sheets, product lifecycle management, and time-and-action calendars to ensure timely delivery of key initiatives
- Generate, analyze, and distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sales reports; participate in weekly business review meetings with Senior Management
- Own the style setup process by inputting style, color, costing, and attribute information into line planning systems such as ECVision
- Maintain accurate sample inventory, track sample lending, and coordinate sample setup for meetings and presentations
- Support line planning and development processes with understanding of business unit requirements and market dynamics
- Prepare line presentation materials including visual product decks, workbooks, line sheets, and supplementary documentation
- Maintain Product Change Log and create Product Knowledge sheets; communicate product information across departments
- Act as liaison across all business facets including Design, Product Development, Planning, and Visual Merchandising
- Participate in competitive research to identify trends and product opportunities for future assortments
Qualifications
- Strong product sensibility and aesthetic judgment
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Proficiency in ECVision line planning system
- Basic understanding of retail mathematics and business analytics
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities and capacity to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with positive professional demeanor
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to adapt effectively to varied situations, individuals, and cross-functional groups
- Ability to respond quickly with strong sense of urgency and drive for results
Skills
Experience
2-3 years of professional experience with demonstrated interest in or background in merchandising. Prior experience in luxury goods, Women's category, or Footwear is advantageous.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 60,000 to USD 66,300 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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