- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $29–31/hour
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
About Tory Burch
Founded in New York in 2004, Tory Burch is an American luxury lifestyle brand distinguished by its expressive use of color, signature prints and modern interpretation of classic style. Its collections span ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear and accessories, reaching an international clientele through a global retail and digital presence. As an employer, the company offers opportunities across design, merchandising, retail, technology and corporate functions, combining creative ambition with commercial expertise. Employees contribute to a founder-led business whose identity connects personal style with purpose. Women’s empowerment remains central to this identity, notably through the Tory Burch Foundation’s support for women entrepreneurs.
The Raw Materials Assistant supports administrative activities and interfaces with Design and Product Development, working daily with Raw Materials teams in New York, China, and Hong Kong and reporting to Raw Materials Management in New York. This is a six-month assignment with pay of $29–$31 per hour.
Role & Responsibilities
- Organize and maintain the raw material library.
- File material development trials and approval records for the Raw Materials team.
- Label, ship, and internally file seasonal approved Color Master references.
- Collaborate with CFT to maintain a complete set of updated color standards.
- Assist with preparation for Raw Materials team design meetings, including presentation boards, bins, and racks.
- Locate requested leather and fabric swatches for milestone meetings.
- Label incoming fabric headers with accurate article and pricing information.
- Follow up with suppliers about missing pricing information.
- Move material references between the 8th and 11th floors to support development and review.
- Monitor tracking of development packages arriving at the New York office.
- Arrange daily shipments to mills, tanneries, and HK/DG offices.
Qualifications
- BS, BA, or BFA degree.
- Materials-related development experience is a plus.
- Strong collaborative, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fluid, fast-paced, multichannel environment.
Skills
Education
BS, BA, or BFA degree.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 29 to USD 31 per hour.
Benefits
Generous employee discount; access to exclusive sample sales; on-demand executive coaching; paid volunteer days; benefits supporting mental and physical health, financial security, and wellness.
Culture
Tory Burch’s workplace culture reflects the brand’s entrepreneurial spirit and optimistic outlook, bringing together creative expression, commercial ambition and a collaborative approach to building a global fashion business. Its commitment to women’s empowerment gives the company a distinctive sense of purpose, connecting its identity as an employer with its broader mission to support women’s ambitions.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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