Director, Technical Design

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.

Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community.

You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today!

Life @ToryBurch is Special Because:

When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.

• Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference.
• We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance.
• Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
• We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.
• We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.

This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:

The Director of Technical Design is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for driving fit excellence, technical accuracy, and product integrity across all categories. This role partners closely with Design, Product Development, Merchandising and global factories to translate creative vision into high-quality, production-ready garments while maintaining brand standards in fit, quality and timelines.

A Day in the Life:

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Establish and implement fit standards to ensure consistency in sizing, grading, construction, and overall fit across all product categories
• Lead and mentor the technical design team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Drive cross-functional alignment by partnering with Design, Product Development, Production and Merchandising to support business objectives
• Proactively identify risks, resolve challenges, and remove barriers to ensure seamless execution
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitive benchmarks, and emerging technologies to enhance fit and construction techniques

Technical Design & Product Development

• Oversee the development, production, execution, and accuracy of all technical specifications and tech packs from concept through production
• Partner with Design to interpret creative vision and provide technical solutions that maintain aesthetic integrity
• Review samples at all stages, patterns, and construction to ensure alignment with design intent and brand standards
• Anticipate technical challenges and recommend alternative solutions without compromising design

Fit & Quality Control

• Lead and conduct fit sessions, evaluating garments for fit, proportion, and construction; provide clear direction for corrections
• Analyze and resolve fit issues through garment pinning, pattern adjustments, and technical expertise
• Ensure consistency of fit and proportion across the full size range, including oversight of grading and spec approvals
• Approve final fit and construction standards prior to production, ensuring alignment with brand expectations

Vendor & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for factories, providing clear and actionable guidance on fit, construction, and specifications
• Communicate detailed fit comments and technical corrections, ensuring alignment between requested changes and final execution
• Partner with Product Development, Pattern Makers, and Sample Makers to ensure timely approvals and quality standards are met
• Work with atelier for pattern corrections as needed.
• Travel as needed to work directly with vendors, factories, and offshore teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure execution

To Land This Role:

Requirements:

• 12+ years in technical design and/or Patternmaking and keen experience leading teams,
• Deep knowledge of patternmaking, garment construction, and apparel production processes.
• Great interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with a cross-functional team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve and effectively influence
• Ability to troubleshoot problems
• Understanding of production garment construction and fit
• Must be able to interpret design intent and create alternative “production friendly” solutions
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize workload to meet calendar goals
• Keen sense of urgency
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & Excel
• Knowledge of Gerber and Web PDM a plus

Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:

Every style has a story and that story begins in Design. Our wildly creative team of dreamers and doers works together to bring Tory Burch’s unique vision to life. At every stage of the design process, our focus is on exciting our customer with pieces that are beautiful, timeless and exquisitely crafted. Along the way, we work with world class suppliers and artisans, and partner with premier mills and manufacturers to ensure that our designs meet our exacting standards for quality. If you want to be part of an empowered and innovative group of designers, come join us!

How We Work Together

• Adaptable – We change before we have to
• Entrepreneurial – We own it
• Collaborative – There’s no “I” in Tory
• Client & Brand Focused – We put ourselves in Tory’s shoes
• Live the Values – We show up for each other
• Functional Expertise – We’re constantly learning and growing

#TeamTory Values

We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is 165,000.00 USD - 220,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.

Benefits Information

We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your heath, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Here are highlights of key benefits available to all Tory Burch members that work over 30 hours. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tory Burch LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) or sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability or membership in any other protected class under applicable law. Likewise, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Disability Accommodation

Tory Burch is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you require assistance or an accommodation with the hiring process, please contact thetalentteam@toryburch.com.