Tory Burch Sr. Manager, Technical Design, Denim & Wovens

Company Overview

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory Burch’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 our collections, culture, and the Tory Burch Foundation, which provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community.

Role Overview

The Sr. Manager, Technical Design for the Wovens and Bottoms ready‑to‑wear category partners closely with Design, Merchandising, Product Development and Production to support fit and technical execution from initial concept through production. This includes construction specifications, technical fit packages, and development approvals. The role requires strong experience in patternmaking, garment construction, and fittings on both live models and fit forms, with a strong woven and denim bottom patternmaking background.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update technical specifications to complete design tech packs; assist design in creating tech packs for prototype development and publish them.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to provide technical expertise, foreseeing problems and offering alternatives without compromising the look.
• Review prototype samples, design and fit intent, and patterns; suggest adjustments as necessary.
• Critique samples before fit sessions to ensure all set requirements are met.
• Prepare for fittings with all related information from previous fittings, including fit comments and samples.
• Build and maintain fit blocks for woven products; collaborate on cross‑functional alignment on fit blocks.
• Conduct fittings, pin garments, resolve fit issues, and demonstrate corrections to design/product teams.
• Collaborate with the assigned team of Product Development/Production members, pattern makers, and sample makers to ensure timely fit approvals and quality standards.
• Communicate with offshore offices and suppliers on technical issues, pattern updates, and provide detailed feedback on samples.
• Maintain design intent across the size range, making adjustments for smaller or larger sizes as needed.
• Update and release graded specifications upon garment approval.
• Travel as required to fit products with offshore offices and suppliers; visit suppliers and work with pattern makers and technical staff.
• Manage development and production timelines, surfacing any deadline issues and prioritizing workload based on production schedules.
• Schedule appropriate fit models for fittings and maintain technical standards and consistency across products.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of cross‑functional teams and downstream implications of technical decisions, partnering closely with Design, Product Development, Production, Merchandising, and offshore teams.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of direct reports, providing clear direction, regular feedback, and day‑to‑day support to ensure workload prioritization, timely fit approvals, and consistent technical standards.

Qualifications

• 8‑10+ years of experience in Technical Design, patternmaking, garment construction, and fittings.
• Strong knowledge of woven fabrics, materials, construction, and fit execution.
• Experience managing, coaching, and developing team members with clear direction and feedback.
• Strong leadership skills; ability to guide priorities, influence cross‑functional partners, and support team accountability in a fast‑paced environment.
• Deep understanding of fit and ability to execute, troubleshoot, and improve garment fit.
• Ability to lead and conduct fittings on live models and fit forms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PDF tools, and related technical design systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow‑through.
• Flexible and adaptable in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Highly motivated to support and advance the goals of the Technical Design department.

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is $145,000 – $185,000 USD. Offer will be based on relevant experience and work location.

Benefits

We offer a generous set of benefits to support health, financial security, and overall wellness, including mental and physical health resources, employee discounts, exclusive sample sales, free executive coaching on demand, paid volunteer days, and more.

Our Values

• Honesty & kindness
• Integrity & compassion
• Passion & humility
• Excellence & humor

How We Work Together

• Adaptable – we change before we have to.
• Entrepreneurial – we own it.
• Collaborative – there’s no “I” in Tory.
• Client & Brand Focused – we put ourselves in Tory’s shoes.
• Live the Values – we show up for each other.
• Functional Expertise – we’re constantly learning and growing.