About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the Global Supply Chain and Product Development operations at Tapestry. Over the course of the 10-week summer program, you will work across Materials and Product Development teams to support leather, fabric, hardware, and color development. This role is designed for students or recent graduates interested in Supply Chain or Operations Management.
What you'll do#
- Support Materials and Product Development teams with leather, fabric, hardware, and color development.
- Maintain and organize internal libraries and archiving systems.
- Develop an understanding of the product development timeline and how your function fits into the broader process.
- Communicate with internal and external partners and vendors.
- Assist with supplier selection and negotiation using tools like RFI and RFP.
- Analyze and benchmark suppliers, products, and spend for specific projects.
- Monitor supplier performance, assist in developing execution timelines, resolve quality issues, and identify efficiency opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- An agile, solutions-oriented mindset with a willingness to try new approaches.
- A team-player attitude with a commitment to going above and beyond.
Location & details#
- Location: New York City, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 1, 2027 to August 6, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid (Tuesday through Thursday in office).
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $20 per hour plus overtime.
- Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Tapestry
Tapestry is a public company based in New York. It operates as a house of brands that includes Coach and Kate Spade New York. The business focuses on the retail apparel and fashion industry. It employs over 10,000 people.
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