Jennifer Merz Wylie
About Jennifer Merz Wylie
Jennifer Merz Wylie serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Tapestry, where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in recruiting and talent acquisition, having held various positions at notable companies such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Executive Registry Inc.
Current Role at Tapestry
Jennifer Merz Wylie serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Tapestry, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing recruitment across various functional groups, including IT, Supply Chain, Finance, Strategy, Procurement, HR, Legal, Facilities, and Global Environments. She has played a key role in aligning Tapestry's talent acquisition strategy with the company's brand philosophy, which emphasizes inclusivity and individuality.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current role, Jennifer worked at Saks Fifth Avenue as a Corporate Recruiter from 2012 to 2013 and as a Corporate Recruiting Manager for one month in 2013. She also held the position of Corporate Research Associate in the Talent Acquisition Group at Saks Fifth Avenue from 2011 to 2012. Earlier in her career, she served as a Recruiting Manager at Executive Registry Inc from 2007 to 2011.
Educational Background
Jennifer studied at Ridgewood High School before pursuing higher education at William Paterson University of New Jersey, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from 1996 to 1998. She also attended California State University, Los Angeles, furthering her academic qualifications.
Early Career Experience
Jennifer's early career included roles at Ultra Additives, Inc. as a Purchasing Administrator from 2000 to 2004 and at Bloomingdale's as a Selling Specialist in Bridge Sportswear from 2006 to 2007. She also worked at Ann Inc. as a Front Desk and Assistant Manager from 2002 to 2006, gaining valuable experience in retail and management.