Diversityresources
Sr. Director, Global Equity, Inclusion & Diversity Tapestry Inc. Posted: New Yor
Diversityresources, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Sr. Director, Global Equity, Inclusion and Diversity drives the strategic planning, development, execution and measurement of Tapestry’s workforce, workplace and marketplace equity, inclusion and diversity objectives, as critical business enablers of company innovation and growth. This role partners with all levels of the organization and third parties as needed to action on a holistic strategy and to establish cross-functional accountability for key deliverables. Tapestry prides itself on being a purpose-led, people-centered company. We believe in the intertwining of a broad mix of people who bring diverse perspectives, unleashing the power of innovation and self-expression in our products and experiences. Our core values of “Embracing Difference by Design” and “Stand Taller Together” are non-negotiable; they are the bedrock of the ingenuity that turns heads and drives progress. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that is optimistic, innovative, and inclusive. Learn more about Tapestry’s commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity on the Our People page.
Responsibilities
Lead, develop and performance-manage global Equity, Inclusion & Diversity team members
Develop and manage the annual budget, as well as a multi-year long-range plan
Provide direct oversight for day-to-day management of the function budget, reporting and forecasting
Retrieve data from relevant systems and data sources for analysis, measurement and tracking of KPIs for internal and external reporting, accountability, benchmarking, media inquiries and stakeholder engagement
Grow and develop the global Inclusion Network and Inclusion Council program to ensure win-win outcomes for employee experience, community engagement and contribution to organizational outcomes
Identify, evaluate, oversee and cultivate key external industry coalitions and vendor partnerships
Effectively navigate and engage with a complex array of external affairs and stakeholder groups including local and national advocacy groups, legislators, vendors, investors and consumers
Collaborate with and serve as a subject matter expert to corporate and brand centers of excellence across departments (e.g., Human Resources; Corporate Communications; Marketing; Product Development; Legal; ESG; Social Impact; Procurement; Treasury; Investor Relations; Consumer Insights; Finance; IT; Supply Chain and Logistics)
Serve as a company representative and spokesperson with media outlets, industry coalitions and industry events
Qualifications
12+ years of overall working experience in a business setting
A B.A./B.S. degree in a related discipline preferred (e.g., Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Equity, Inclusion & Diversity, Multicultural Marketing or related field)
Ability to develop a cross-functional strategy and pivot from strategy to operational execution in a global, matrix environment
A deep passion for and direct experience in leading an Equity, Inclusion & Diversity corporate function
An ability to serve as a confidant, advisor and coach to executive leadership
Capability to foster meaningful relationships with external partners and stakeholders
Strong financial acumen with direct oversight of departmental level budgeting and forecasting
A proven track record of facilitating company-wide initiatives with multiple stakeholders, including senior level leaders
Strong inspirational leadership, communication, interpersonal skills and team development capability, including co-located and remote team members
Experience in facilitation and public speaking to diverse audiences
Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to use data to develop insights, tell stories, inform decisions, measure impact and drive accountability
A high level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
An outstanding professional will have
5+ years of leadership experience in Human Resources, Corporate Communications, B2C or a related field
Thorough understanding of global human resources and diversity management principles, practices, procedures and regulations
Fashion industry or multi-unit experience
Demonstrated acumen in advanced equity, inclusion, equity and strategic diversity management theories and practices
Experience in a fast-paced, multinational work environment
Direct experience leading people systems reporting, analytics, data visualization and AI prompt engineering
Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and actionable feedback; faces up to people problems quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
Creativity : Generates new and unique ideas; makes connections among previously unrelated notions; is seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; uses customer information for product and service improvements; builds trust and effective relationships.
Dealing with Ambiguity : Adapts to change; makes decisions with incomplete information; comfortable handling risk and uncertainty.
Drive for Results : Consistently exceeds goals; focused on outcomes; pushes for results.
Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to a variety of people; builds rapport and constructive relationships; uses diplomacy and tact.
Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly in new situations; open to change; analyzes successes and failures for improvement; experiments to find solutions.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Sees ahead clearly; anticipates consequences and trends; articulates credible visions and plans.
Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks; discusses development goals; creates development plans; cooperates with the organizational development system.
Building Effective Teams : Fosters team morale and belonging; shares wins; encourages open dialogue; defines success for the team.
Equal Opportunity and ADA Tapestry, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and relate to the requirements of the position. We do not discriminate on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected basis.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) : Tapestry, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or oremployeerelations@tapestry.com
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Sr. Director, Global Equity, Inclusion and Diversity drives the strategic planning, development, execution and measurement of Tapestry’s workforce, workplace and marketplace equity, inclusion and diversity objectives, as critical business enablers of company innovation and growth. This role partners with all levels of the organization and third parties as needed to action on a holistic strategy and to establish cross-functional accountability for key deliverables. Tapestry prides itself on being a purpose-led, people-centered company. We believe in the intertwining of a broad mix of people who bring diverse perspectives, unleashing the power of innovation and self-expression in our products and experiences. Our core values of “Embracing Difference by Design” and “Stand Taller Together” are non-negotiable; they are the bedrock of the ingenuity that turns heads and drives progress. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that is optimistic, innovative, and inclusive. Learn more about Tapestry’s commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity on the Our People page.
Responsibilities
Lead, develop and performance-manage global Equity, Inclusion & Diversity team members
Develop and manage the annual budget, as well as a multi-year long-range plan
Provide direct oversight for day-to-day management of the function budget, reporting and forecasting
Retrieve data from relevant systems and data sources for analysis, measurement and tracking of KPIs for internal and external reporting, accountability, benchmarking, media inquiries and stakeholder engagement
Grow and develop the global Inclusion Network and Inclusion Council program to ensure win-win outcomes for employee experience, community engagement and contribution to organizational outcomes
Identify, evaluate, oversee and cultivate key external industry coalitions and vendor partnerships
Effectively navigate and engage with a complex array of external affairs and stakeholder groups including local and national advocacy groups, legislators, vendors, investors and consumers
Collaborate with and serve as a subject matter expert to corporate and brand centers of excellence across departments (e.g., Human Resources; Corporate Communications; Marketing; Product Development; Legal; ESG; Social Impact; Procurement; Treasury; Investor Relations; Consumer Insights; Finance; IT; Supply Chain and Logistics)
Serve as a company representative and spokesperson with media outlets, industry coalitions and industry events
Qualifications
12+ years of overall working experience in a business setting
A B.A./B.S. degree in a related discipline preferred (e.g., Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Equity, Inclusion & Diversity, Multicultural Marketing or related field)
Ability to develop a cross-functional strategy and pivot from strategy to operational execution in a global, matrix environment
A deep passion for and direct experience in leading an Equity, Inclusion & Diversity corporate function
An ability to serve as a confidant, advisor and coach to executive leadership
Capability to foster meaningful relationships with external partners and stakeholders
Strong financial acumen with direct oversight of departmental level budgeting and forecasting
A proven track record of facilitating company-wide initiatives with multiple stakeholders, including senior level leaders
Strong inspirational leadership, communication, interpersonal skills and team development capability, including co-located and remote team members
Experience in facilitation and public speaking to diverse audiences
Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to use data to develop insights, tell stories, inform decisions, measure impact and drive accountability
A high level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
An outstanding professional will have
5+ years of leadership experience in Human Resources, Corporate Communications, B2C or a related field
Thorough understanding of global human resources and diversity management principles, practices, procedures and regulations
Fashion industry or multi-unit experience
Demonstrated acumen in advanced equity, inclusion, equity and strategic diversity management theories and practices
Experience in a fast-paced, multinational work environment
Direct experience leading people systems reporting, analytics, data visualization and AI prompt engineering
Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and actionable feedback; faces up to people problems quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
Creativity : Generates new and unique ideas; makes connections among previously unrelated notions; is seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; uses customer information for product and service improvements; builds trust and effective relationships.
Dealing with Ambiguity : Adapts to change; makes decisions with incomplete information; comfortable handling risk and uncertainty.
Drive for Results : Consistently exceeds goals; focused on outcomes; pushes for results.
Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to a variety of people; builds rapport and constructive relationships; uses diplomacy and tact.
Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly in new situations; open to change; analyzes successes and failures for improvement; experiments to find solutions.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Sees ahead clearly; anticipates consequences and trends; articulates credible visions and plans.
Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks; discusses development goals; creates development plans; cooperates with the organizational development system.
Building Effective Teams : Fosters team morale and belonging; shares wins; encourages open dialogue; defines success for the team.
Equal Opportunity and ADA Tapestry, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and relate to the requirements of the position. We do not discriminate on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected basis.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) : Tapestry, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or oremployeerelations@tapestry.com
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