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 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!
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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.
This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:
A Day in the Life:
ROLE OVERVIEW
The PR (Senior) Associate will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the brand's public relations and brand strategy in Japan. This individual will be responsible for managing media relations, coordinating with influencers, and supporting brand storytelling to drive awareness and strengthen brand equity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute PR strategies and campaigns that align with global brand initiatives.
- Cultivate relationships with media outlets, journalists, and key opinion leaders (KOLs).
- Coordinate with regional and global teams to ensure consistent messaging.
- Manage influencer collaborations, from identifying talent to monitoring performance metrics.
- Draft press releases, media pitches, and other communication materials.
- Monitor and analyze media coverage, creating reports for internal stakeholders.
- Support event planning and execution, including seasonal campaigns, popup opening event and press previews.
- Pitch exclusive stories or collaborations to top-tier media outlets to drive brand visibility.
- Manage vendor relationships, including PR agencies, photographers, and event planners.
- Track competitor activities and industry trends to inform and refine PR strategies.
- Support organizing media luncheons, influencer gatherings, and other brand events to strengthen relationships.
- Prepare for magazine tie-up by collaborating with the merchandising team and any internal relevant stakeholders to confirm key products and timing, creating briefing materials, and supporting photoshoots.
- Manage sample logistics, including creating sample lists, coordinating shipments to agencies, and tracking returns.
- Manage sample sales logistics with communicating relevant internal/external stakeholders
- Assist in creating reports for submission to headquarters or external stakeholders, as needed.
To Land This Role:
Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:
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.