DVP, Int'l Architecture

Position Description:Coach, founded in 1941, is America’s premier accessible luxury accessories brand and a leader in international markets. We are a designer and marketer of high quality, modern accessories that complement the diverse lifestyles of today’s consumer. Coach offers excellent career growth opportunities, competitive salaries and benefits within a dynamic work environment. Coach brings together strong, collaborative people in a dynamic culture of mutual respect, support, and passion for the brand and product. We believe innovation drives winning performance, and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best we can in every aspect of our business. You will be surrounded by some of the best and brightest people in the industry. At Coach you will be in great company! “Coach ranked No. 2…� best in class� in our 11th annual ranking of the best-performing companies in the Standard & Poor's 500-stock index� Business Week, March 2007The primary purpose of this position is to manage a team of architects in the planning, design and execution of new stores, expansions and renovations in Asia, Europe and the Middle East - approximately 60-75 projects per year.The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Retail Architecture to…Manage the International Architecture team of 2 Directors, 4 managers and a Coordinator.Works closely with the President, Coach Japan and the President, Coach Greater China in coordination of the design of Coach-owned and operated stores.Works closely with the Sr. VP and President, International in coordination of the design of distributor owned and operated stores in Korea, SE Asia, Europe and the Middle East.Work closely with Sr. Director International Store Development, in the planning, construction and management of all projects.Facilitate teamwork between the NY-based Architecture Group and the International Store Development teams for the coordination of project construction in their respective markets.Reports to the NY-based VP Architecture.Manage / coordinate budgets and schedules and monitor progress / compliance with design intent.Faciliate successful on-boarding process for distributors in the new emerging markets of India and Brazil.Partner and coordinate with Coach NY-based VM team to ensure planning and coordination of stores.The accomplished individual will possess… Proficiency in AutoCAD 2006 or above, Word, Excel, MS Project Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills Ability to work and manage independently with strong initiative on multiple projects simultaneously, some with short timelines. Approximately 20% international travel will be required.An outstanding professional will have… Professional degree in Architecture. 20-25 years of experience in international retail architecture and construction. Must be fluent in written and spoken English. Asian language skills a plus.Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under contemplation These decisions are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age,disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at www.coach.com Email this job to a friend View all "Coach" jobs Learn more about Coach