Tory Burch Designer, Footwear

About the role

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 the collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Sr. Design Director to develop and refine seasonal footwear concepts, materials, hardware, and color palettes.
• Create sketches and product prototypes throughout the conceptual design process.
• Develop clear, concise, and thoughtful tech packs, including style details, panels, hardware, construction, and all necessary components.
• Manage timelines and ensure designs are completed accurately and delivered to Product Development on time; ensure prototypes are available for product presentations and finalization.
• Proactively follow up with Product Development and Merchandising partners, providing updates and clarifications throughout the process to maintain design intent and ensure proper execution.
• Uphold design integrity and ensure high-quality execution throughout the entire development process, from concept through engineering and commercialization.
• Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design teams and actively participate in regular meetings.
• Travel internationally on a seasonal basis and partner with colleagues and factories overseas.
• Adhere to seasonal product milestone calendars and ensure the category meets all key deadlines.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of footwear design experience, preferably within a luxury or premium fashion environment.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Strong hand-sketching and Illustrator skills.
• Ability to independently build detailed, organized, and clear tech packs and pass specifications to factories for prototype development.
• Experience developing product directly with factories, with a strong understanding of the process from concept through engineering and commercialization.
• Strong understanding of footwear materials, hardware, leather, and construction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.
• Resourceful problem-solver with the ability to apply creative thinking to challenges.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple product seasons simultaneously.
• Must provide a digital portfolio showcasing relevant work.

Benefits

• Generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• Free executive coaching on-demand.
• Paid volunteer days and opportunities to give back through the Tory Burch Foundation.
• Benefits to support mental and physical health, financial security, and overall wellness.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $95,000.00 – $125,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.