Sr. Engineering Manager, Assortment Planning

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.

Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with capital, education and community.

You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today!

Life @ToryBurch is Special Because:

When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.

• Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference.
• We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance.
• Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
• We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.
• We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.

This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:

You are an engineering manager at heart. You love to partner with the business to architect, design, and implement planning solutions. You have a passion for problem solving as part of a global team and supporting merchants and planners in selecting and executing a world class merchandising assortment. You are able to balance a mix of project work and on-going operations support, and you never shy away from a technical challenge. You’re also resourceful and collaborative, remain calm under pressure, and you always value a sense of humor!

A Day in the Life:

The typical day is… atypical. You might be leading the engineering team in the development, implementation, and maintenance of Tory Burch’s retail planning systems or playing a crucial role in optimizing our assortment planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes through advanced technology solutions. You will be applying your strong technical expertise, excellent leadership skills, and passion for innovation in the retail industry to make life better for our merchants and planners.  The key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Technical Leadership:
  • Lead the engineering team in designing, developing, and maintaining retail planning systems.
  • Oversee the implementation of new technologies and tools to enhance planning capabilities.
• Project Management:
  • Manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
  • Build data and process governance models.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, supply chain, and finance, to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Data Engineering:
  • Design and maintain scalable data architectures to support retail planning systems.
  • Ensure data quality, reliability, and availability to drive business decisions.
  • Work closely with data analysts and data engineers to deliver actionable insights from data.
• System Optimization:
  • Continuously evaluate and optimize existing planning systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Stay informed of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Team Development:
  • Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to team members.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Work closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand their needs and challenges.
  • Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Ens