Director, HR Business Partner

kate spade new york•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. The Director, HR Business Partner for Coach, serves as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner to executive leaders. This role partners closely with leaders of the brand and their leadership teams to build and execute talent strategies that drive innovation, operational excellence, and organizational resilience. The Director will lead transformation initiatives, champion an inclusive and high-performance culture, and ensure alignment of HR strategies with business goals. This HR leader will be based in NYC or the surrounding area to serve as a connection and integration point for their key client groups. This HR leader will work out of the NYC HQ office at least 3x a week (Tuesday-Thursday) and will have people management responsibilities. The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Human Resources to...

Requirements

Proven strategic thinker with strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity
Skilled in data analysis to identify trends and drive informed decision-making
Exceptional listener with the ability to influence, coach, and relate to employees at all levels
Demonstrated success in fostering high employee engagement through hands-on leadership
High emotional intelligence and resilience in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Strong problem-solving skills; able to translate business issues into actionable plans
Excellent communication and facilitation capabilities
Effective project manager with a track record of delivering results
Expertise in employment law, employee and labor relations
Strong people management skills and experience
8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years partnering with senior leaders; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Strong business acumen with the ability to understand complex legal and technical environments.
Expertise in organizational design, change management, talent planning, and leadership development.
Exceptional consultative and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence at the executive level.
High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead strategic talent plans to attract, develop, retain, and transition talent aligned with business strategy.
Partner with HR leadership and Talent Management COE to assess internal and external talent, identify gaps, and implement solutions.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to address immediate and future talent needs.
Lead enterprise-wide change management initiatives with effective planning, communication, and reinforcement strategies.
Advise senior leaders on team effectiveness and ensure organizational design supports business objectives.
Design and implement large-scale transformation initiatives including org design, communication, and resourcing plans.
Drive strategic workforce planning and organizational design to enhance performance through structure, process, people, and rewards.
Partner with Finance and executive leadership to manage compensation budgets and staffing plans, including oversight of temporary staffing.
Serve as a strategic advisor and executive coach to senior leaders, using inquiry and insight to uncover root issues and drive outcomes.
Provide coaching support to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness.
Lead enterprise-wide employee engagement strategies, including survey design, analysis, and action planning.
Act as a cultural ambassador, promoting the company’s vision, purpose, and values across the organization.
Foster productive relationships across HR globally to deliver impactful programs and services.
Advocate and engage HR COE partners in support of relevant activities.
Drive HR projects with Tapestry’s global HR vision in mind.
Align policies, practices, and management with a culture based on focus, execution, values, and authenticity.
Lead or support high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that address emerging business priorities. These may include M&A integration, leadership development programs, culture transformation, or enterprise capability building.