Michael Kors Assistant Planner

Michael Kors; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand in London seeks an Assistant Planner to join their European Retail Corporate team. This role involves updating and managing Department Line Cards, monitoring sales, and developing distribution guidelines. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and previous experience in a similar fast-paced retailer environment. Benefits include cross-brand discounts, generous holiday allowance, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Cross-Brand Discounts & Private Employee Sales

Paid Parental Leave

Generous Holiday and Vacation Allowance

Internal Mobility Across Capri Brands

Hybrid Working Model

LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program

Pension Contributions

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Private Health and Dental Coverage

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser / Senior MAA role in a fast-paced fashion retailer.

Responsibilities

• Update and manage Department Line Cards & Category Cards, monitoring sales and inventory.
• Recap business at the door level/product level and create reports for analysis.
• Establish strong relationships with the buying, planning, and allocation team.
• Develop a strong understanding of regional markets for daily decisions.
• Create distribution guidelines to ensure timely product delivery to stores.
• Review effectiveness of grading & methods to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Regularly use store visits to make customer-focused decisions.
• Identify ways to improve business performance.
• Manage promotional and markdown activities supporting sales and inventory plans.
• Contribute to Department Strategy with innovative ideas.

Skills

Advanced Excel Skills

Strong analytical skills

Creative problem-solving skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Pro-active approach

Can-do attitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion.

If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!

CAPRI HOLDINGS is a global fashion luxury group consisting of iconic, founder-led brands Versace, Jimmy Choo, and Michael Kors. Our commitment to glamorous style and craftsmanship is at the heart of each brand, as we design innovative products across the full spectrum of fashion luxury categories. The unique DNA and heritage of each brand, combined with the diversity and passion of our people, and our dedication to clients and communities, define our success.

Job Title: Assistant Planner

Location: London

Division: European Retail Corporate, Planning Family

Reporting to: Planner

Department overview: Retail Planning for EMEA across all retail channels (Lifestyle, Outlet, Ecommerce). Women's Accessories Department Reporting to the Senior Planner. The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the analysis and development of product & trading strategies for an evolving retail business across multiple classifications.

What you’ll do:

• Updates and manages the Department Line Cards & Category Cards, monitoring sales and inventory
• Recap business at the door level/product level and create best seller/hindsight reports to allow for thorough analysis of the business. Communicate and champion the needs of the stores.
• Establish strong relationships with the wider buying, planning and allocation team.
• Develops a strong understanding of regional markets and actively uses this knowledge in daily decisions
• Creates distribution guidelines to ensure all product is delivered to stores promptly & within store capacities. Acts as the key link between the Planning team and Allocator.
• Reviews the effectiveness of grading & methods to deliver optimum stock levels
• Regularly uses store visits to make customer-focused decisions
• Thinks commercially about how to improve the performance of the department and identifies ways to improve business. Contributes to decision-making in the Department, bringing well-informed opinions.
• In support of the Planner, manages promotional and markdown activities in a way to support the achievement of sales and inventory plans.
• Manages overall store inventory levels based on store capacity, attributes, seasonality and selling curves.
• Contributes to Department Strategy, providing strategic, innovative ideas to support sales plans.

We’d Love to See:

• Drive Results - Leads self and others in setting and attaining stretch goals within a continually evolving environment. Overcomes obstacles and takes responsibility for outcomes.
• Entrepreneurial - Makes things happen for the business using out-of-the-box thinking and a willingness to take risks. Continually looks for ways to innovate or take existing products, processes and services to a new level.
• Communication - Adapts communication style, tools and approach to meet the needs of different audiences and levels in the organization.
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree
• Computer Literate - Advanced Excel Skills required
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Pro-active approach and the ability to overcome obstacles
• Can-do attitude
• Previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser / Senior MAA role in a fast-paced fashion retailer

MK Perks

• Cross-Brand Discounts & Private Employee Sales - Enjoy exclusive savings across all Capri brands.
• Paid Parental Leave - Take meaningful time off to bond with your growing family.
• Generous Holiday and Vacation Allowance - Recharge with paid time off throughout the year.
• Internal Mobility Across Capri Brands - Explore new career paths within the broader Capri network.
• Hybrid Working Model - Collaborate in the office just three days a week for optimal flexibility.
• LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program - Confidential support for mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Pension Contributions - Build your future with company-backed retirement support.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay - Receive elevated financial support during life's biggest milestones.
• Private Health and Dental Coverage - Access premium care for your health and wellness.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].