Manager, Store Construction Procurement

kate spade new york•New York, NY

4d•$100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Manager, Store Construction Procurement manages sourcing, supplier relationships, and procurement execution across Store Construction, Architecture, and Design for Tapestry brands. The role supports new stores, remodels, relocations, and rollouts, covering categories such as general contractors, architectural services, millwork, fixtures, lighting, flooring, and installations. In partnership with the Senior Manager, Store Construction Procurement, this position works closely with Store Design, Architecture, Construction, Finance, and Legal to deliver commercial value, manage supplier performance, and maintain process discipline across the procurement lifecycle.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Store Construction, Store Development, Architecture, or a related category; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
Experience in construction-related procurement categories, including general contractors, architectural services, fixtures, millwork, lighting, flooring, and installations.
Knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology and ability to apply it pragmatically.
Hands-on negotiation, contract management, and supplier management experience, with commercial acumen and a record of delivering measurable value.
Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis, bid evaluation, and business case development.
Strong Excel skills, including the ability to build bid comparisons, savings tracking, and clear leadership summaries.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including the ability to influence Manager- and Director-level stakeholders and move projects forward through ambiguity.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail across sourcing documentation, approvals, and contracting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Firsthand experience applying strategic sourcing methodology to construction categories.
Technical knowledge of architecturals, shop drawings, finishes, and material usage.
Experience supporting retail, luxury, or multi-site store rollout programs.
Exposure to global or multi-region sourcing.
Strong business acumen, interpersonal skills, and a collaborative, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of category strategies for Store Construction, Design, and Architecture, partnering with global and regional stakeholders.
Manage end-to-end sourcing events, including RFx development, bid analysis, negotiations, and award recommendations.
Lead bid leveling and scope reviews with Construction and Design teams to ensure proposals are complete, comparable, and aligned with project budgets.
Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation in support of category and procurement targets.
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, including commercial terms, pricing, scope alignment, and service expectations.
Build relationships with general contractors, architects, millworkers, fixture suppliers, installers, and other construction-related vendors.
Build business cases and present sourcing recommendations to procurement leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Manage sourcing workstreams and timelines, using spend data, pipeline visibility, and market insights to inform decisions.
Identify and support process improvements across intake, sourcing, approvals, contracting, and project handoff.