Sr. Manager, Global Visual Production

kate spade new york•New York, NY

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Since its launch in 1993 with a collection of six essential handbags, Kate Spade New York has always been colorful, bold, and optimistic. Today, it is a global lifestyle brand that designs extraordinary things for the everyday, delivering seasonal collections of handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. Known for its rich heritage and unique brand DNA, Kate Spade New York offers a distinctive point of view and celebrates communities of women around the globe who live their perfectly imperfect lifestyles. Kate Spade New York 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. Senior Manager, Global Visual Production – Kate Spade Overview The Senior Manager, Global Visual Production will lead the execution and delivery of all physical brand expressions across global markets. This role is responsible for bringing visual merchandising and store design concepts to life across windows, in-store environments, pop-ups, events, and seasonal campaigns. Operating at the intersection of creative and execution, this role ensures that every consumer-facing touchpoint is realized with precision, consistency, and impact. This leader will also play a critical role in evolving the production ecosystem by identifying, onboarding, and managing best-in-class vendor and agency partners.

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in production, visual merchandising, store design, or experiential environments
Proven experience managing complex, multi-region or global production initiatives
Strong understanding of fabrication, materials, and installation processes
Demonstrated experience onboarding and managing vendors and agencies at scale
Experience working closely with Procurement, including SOW development, RFP processes, and contract management
Strong financial acumen, including budget ownership and vendor payment processes
Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across global teams
Operates with a balance of creative sensitivity and operational rigor
Brings structure and clarity to complex, global production ecosystems
Builds strong, strategic partnerships internally and externally
Proactively evolves vendor networks and ways of working
Leads with accountability, ownership, and a solutions-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Oversee the full lifecycle of visual experience production, from concept handoff through fabrication, installation, and post-mortem evaluation
Lead execution across windows, props, in-store installations, pop-ups, seasonal launches, and consumer-facing events
Ensure all deliverables align with creative intent, brand standards, and regional operational requirements
Act as a key connector across Visual Merchandising, Visual Experience, and Store Design teams globally
Partner closely with Marketing, Retail Operations, Procurement, and regional teams to ensure alignment and scalability
Translate creative concepts into clear production strategies, timelines, and deliverables across markets
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors, fabricators, and production partners to expand and strengthen the global production network
Build and maintain a high-performing, diverse vendor ecosystem capable of supporting varying project scales and regional needs
Lead agency and vendor briefings, ensuring clarity of scope, creative intent, and executional expectations
Oversee vendor performance, ensuring quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
Partner closely with Procurement to define scopes of work, support RFP processes, and ensure competitive and strategic vendor selection
Oversee contract alignment, SOW development, and adherence across all production partners
Manage the end-to-end payment process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal financial protocols
Own and manage production budgets with visibility across global spend
Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies, value engineering, and scalable solutions without compromising design integrity
Build and implement production processes, tools, and frameworks that drive consistency and efficiency across regions
Establish timelines and critical paths across multiple concurrent global projects
Anticipate risks and proactively problem-solve to ensure seamless execution
Lead production for both consumer-facing and internal corporate events
Ensure all experiential moments are executed with a high level of design integrity and operational excellence
Partner cross-functionally to deliver cohesive, impactful brand experiences globally