Sr. Director, Store Design

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 access to 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 a talented designer with a sharp mind for process and project management, with a strong decorative and sourcing background. The Senior Director, Store Design is responsible for leading and motivating a team through the store design process from initial design concept through store opening. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are an expert problem solver. You flourish in the design, architecture, and construction process. With strong interpersonal skills and social fluency, you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and partners worldwide and can navigate complex discussions and negotiations, aligning design goals with financial and operational targets. You act as a strategic architect of solutions, navigating high-impact, cross-functional challenges by leveraging deep industry knowledge, a robust network of partners and a disciplined decision-making framework to drive results across global store development initiatives. You lead the resolution of complex global store planning and design challenges, providing scalable, brand-right solutions through scenario analysis, executive alignment, and proactive stakeholder management

A Day in the Life:

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner closely with the SVP, Brand Environments, Global Head of Store Design and Construction and Visual Merchandising to align on vision, priorities, and execution strategies.
• Serve as the primary liaison with Global Partners and cross-functional teams including Sales, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, IT, and Real Estate.

Team Development & Culture

• Lead and mentor a team of 4 direct reports, fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and innovative team culture.
• Provide ongoing coaching and professional development to team members, ensuring growth in both technical and leadership capabilities.
• Champion a culture of creativity, innovation, and design excellence within the Store Design function.

Design Execution & Brand Integrity

• Collaborate with Store Construction teams to ensure design intent is maintained through execution across all store formats.
• Conduct store visits and site reviews to uphold brand standards and ensure consistency in customer experience globally.
• Support the SVP in onboarding new millwork vendors, navigating challenges such as China tariffs and global sourcing complexities.

Concept Development & Rollouts

• Lead the budgeting and scheduling of new concept rollouts, including value engineering of flagship design elements for scalability across commercial and wholesale environments.
• Drive the evolution and maintenance of global design guidelines, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and busi