Tapestry Senior Manager, Planning

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Employment Full-Time
Seniority Senior
Compensation $130,000–150,000/year
Department Merchandising, Buying & Planning
Industry Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
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Kate Spade New York seeks a Senior Manager, Planning in New York, NY to lead sales, margin and inventory forecasting; $130k–$150k base.

Overview

Kate Spade New York is a globally recognised lifestyle brand known for vibrant, design‑led handbags, apparel, accessories and home products. The brand is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of fashion brands that emphasizes creativity, inclusivity and brand-driven growth.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Own monthly sales, margin and inventory financial planning and re‑forecasting by category and channel across full‑price stores and e‑commerce.
  • Provide strategic insights by analysing historical trends and business drivers to identify risks, opportunities and actionable recommendations for leadership.
  • Lead seasonal investment and budget planning in partnership with Buying and Global Planning; ensure alignment to category and channel strategies.
  • Approve seasonal markdowns and promotional strategies to protect margin while achieving sales targets and preserving brand integrity.
  • Deliver executive‑level reporting and present quantitative and qualitative analyses in weekly business reviews, hindsight analyses and investment discussions.
  • Partner cross‑functionally with Buying, Store Operations and Wholesale to optimise inventory flow, allocation and sell‑through.
  • Drive continuous improvement of planning tools, systems and processes to increase accuracy, scalability and operational efficiency.
  • Lead ad‑hoc analysis to answer evolving business questions and influence strategic decisions.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of planning experience within vertical retail or multi‑channel organisations, including leadership responsibility for financial planning and inventory management.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex datasets into clear, actionable strategy and to present findings persuasively to senior leadership.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF) and proven aptitude for learning and optimising planning systems.
  • Strong organisational skills with the capacity to prioritise multiple initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Track record of building, coaching and developing high‑performing teams; strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional influence.

Skills

Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF) planning systems financial forecasting inventory management markdown and promotional optimisation executive reporting and presentation cross‑functional stakeholder management

Experience

Minimum seven years in merchandise/financial planning or related commercial planning roles within retail or multi‑channel environments, with experience leading teams and owning P&L‑related forecasting, inventory strategy and promotional planning.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, Merchandising or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred but not required.

Workplace

This position is based in New York, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 1.623 open roles in New York, including 20 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 1.749 active listings on Cerulean, 37 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.531 open positions, with 254 posted this week.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 130,000 to USD 150,000 per annum.

Benefits

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

Culture

Kate Spade fosters a design‑driven, optimistic workplace that values creativity, collaboration and inclusivity. As part of the Tapestry family, the employer emphasises professional development, cross‑brand collaboration and a commitment to equity and diversity.

About Cerulean

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