- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $66,300–80,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 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 seeks a Product Development Coordinator in New York to support product development and sample management, cross-functional coordination, and costing. The full-time role manages development milestones, sample and material approvals, product costs, and related systems.
Role & Responsibilities
- Supports the development process, including sample management, to achieve design aesthetic, quality standards, margin goals, and timelines.
- Creates, manages, and maintains development activities using ecVision sample and material modules, development logs, material and hardware matrices, design cards, and functionality charts.
- Partners with Materials Management to initiate lab dips and procure sampling materials for all development milestones.
- Partners with the NY Workshop on early development sampling.
- Sends development packages to overseas partners and sample facilities.
- Reviews prototype samples for product execution, detail consistency, and alignment with Design’s aesthetic intent.
- Attends Design Review Meetings (DRMs) with the Manager and Team Lead.
- Manages proto sample approvals within Product Development Timeline (PDT) deadlines.
- Supports material approvals and resolution of DNPs and TBDs to meet matrix validation deadlines.
- Manages zipper, thread, and edgestain direction and approvals.
- Supports the initiation and management of PBVRs and PRNs.
- Enters, maintains, and manages information required for Tools of the Trade.
- Serves as a knowledge-sharing hub and owns development communications with cross-functional partners, including PD, Design, Merchandising, Materials, Production, the NY Workshop, and overseas teams.
- Builds relationships with internal and external partners to encourage synergy and collaboration.
- Partners with IS and business partners to recommend system improvements and efficiencies.
- Manages development costs, final costs, and monthly PO costs in ecVision and SAP.
- Reviews cost sheets and validates cost components and factory charges against matrices and samples.
- Updates and maintains accurate costs in internal costing tools based on product updates and costing milestones.
- Ensures yields are confirmed to support costing and RMRP.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in handbag or accessories product development; an equivalent combination of work experience and education will be considered.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong teamwork and multitasking abilities.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact with others and resolve conflict across various organizational levels.
- Ability to perform efficiently in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
Skills
Experience
At least 1 year in handbag or accessories product development; an equivalent combination of work experience and education will be considered.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 66,300 to USD 80,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid parental 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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