Manager, Events & Experiences

ABOUT KHAITE

KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements- masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity- while embodying a signature sensuality and ease. 

Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details. 

 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a Manager, Events & Experiences to join the KHAITE team. This role will report to the Director, Global Events & Experiences and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices. As an integral member of the Events team, this role will support best in class execution of events that deliver against commercial and brand goals.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own end to end planning and execution of commercial events including trunk shows, collection previews, cocktail receptions, private dinners, show experiences, shopping events, suites, etc.
• Partner closely with Retail, Wholesale, Client Engagement, and Merchandising teams to ensure events ladder to sell-through opportunities and revenue targets.
• Create, maintain, and distribute all event materials including Event briefs, budgets, recap decks, production schedules, shot lists, and other documentation to relevant internal and external teams.
• Enable seamless cross-channel collaboration by supporting retail activations, wholesale commercial events, and private-client experiences that drive traffic, conversion, and sell-through.
• Coordinate with Brand and Visual Merchandising to secure purposeful creative assets and product displays for events and experiences.
• Measure and report event performance tracking attendance, sales impact, product productivity, and new client capture, while partnering with Analytics and Retail Ops to optimize and scale future programs.
• Maintain the global commercial events calendar, ensuring alignment with key retail floorsets, product drops, wholesale needs, and marketing campaigns.
• Partner with Director to build scalable toolkits that both domestic and international teams can leverage as a planning resource and adapt for local relevance.
• Oversee all budgeting and financial reporting related to commercial events, ensuring accuracy and adherence to spend guidelines, tracking ROI and managing all recaps for internal distribution.
• Leverage personal and professional relationships such as stylists, friends of the house, event hosts, and corporate/regional partners to drive client acquisition and generate revenue for e-commerce and retail.

 

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Interpersonal Skills:

• Self-motivated and capable of working collaboratively across multiple teams
• Cross-functional mindset that anticipates next steps
• Flexible, resourceful, and creative with aptitude to manage multiple projects
• Strong communication/presentation skills
• Must be highly organized, detail oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

 

Education/Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in events, production, and/or project management in the fashion luxury industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, & Illustrator
• Knowledge of color, layout, form, imagery, typography, and composition
• Strong understanding of the luxury retail market and trends
• Strong project management skills with familiarity with calendar management and bookings

 

Please note: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

 

OUR VALUES

• Creativity ~ We are always imagining, never imitating.
• Integrity ~ We do the right thing.
• Kindness ~ We value people and their ideas, so we act and speak with compassion.
• Agility ~ We move with intention, flexibility, and speed to stay ahead.
• Tenacity ~ We are insatiable. Our drive is relentless.

 

WE OFFER

The salary range is $80,000-95,000. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon the candidates' relevant skills and experience. Other benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs, a company bonus plan, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match, and other ancillary benefits.

 

KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. KHAITE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.