Product Planner

Michael Kors; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Work-Life Balance

Culture & Belonging

Exclusive Employee Perks

Impact & Social Responsibility

Job summary

Michael Kors is seeking a Product Planner to join the London office and own financial and inventory planning across EMEA. You will build seasonal and monthly plans, manage OTB, and work with Buying, Allocation, Retail, and Digital to optimize product deployment and performance.

The role requires 5+ years in retail planning, advanced Excel, and strong analytical skills. A Bachelor's degree is required, with an entrepreneurial mindset and fashion experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ yrs. experience in Retail Planning, Store Planning and/or allocation.
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree
• Computer Literate - Advanced Excel Skills
• Strong analytical and creative problem solving skills
• Ability to thrive in entrepreneurial environment

Responsibilities

• Own the financial and inventory plans for assigned product categories across the EMEA Omni-Channel business, driving sales, margin and inventory productivity.
• Develop and manage annual, seasonal and monthly sales, receipts, inventory and markdown plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer demand.
• Manage category Open-to-Buy (OTB), identifying risks and opportunities and presenting clear recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead weekly, monthly and seasonal trade reviews, analysing sales, inventory, sell-through, margin and customer trends to inform commercial decision making.
• Partner closely with Buying to build customer-focused assortments, influencing category strategies, buy quantities and investment decisions through detailed performance analysis.
• Collaborate with Allocation teams to develop effective initial launch and inventory deployment strategies, ensuring product is placed in the right locations based on demand forecasts, store profiles and regional opportunities.
• Drive replenishment strategies across core and key seasonal programs, balancing product availability, inventory productivity and customer experience across channels.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of allocation and replenishment decisions, leveraging hindsight analysis to continuously improve future inventory investments and deployment strategies.
• Partner with Branch, Retail and Digital teams to understand customer demand, local opportunities and emerging market trends, incorporating these insights into planning decisions.
• Lead inventory management strategies, identifying opportunities to optimise stock flow, reduce aged inventory and maximise full-price sell-through.
• Develop and execute promotional, markdown and exit strategies to support sales, margin and inventory objectives.
• Work cross-functionally with Buying, Allocation, Retail, Digital, Finance and Supply Chain teams to deliver aligned category and business goals.
• Coach and develop Assistant Planners, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and commercially focused team environment.

Skills

Retail planning experience

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

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!

Title: Product Planner

Department: Product Planning Team

Location: London

Reports: Product Planning Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Planner in our London office:

What You'll Do

• Own the financial and inventory plans for assigned product categories across the EMEA Omni-Channel business, driving sales, margin and inventory productivity.
• Develop and manage annual, seasonal and monthly sales, receipts, inventory and markdown plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer demand.
• Manage category Open-to-Buy (OTB), identifying risks and opportunities and presenting clear recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead weekly, monthly and seasonal trade reviews, analysing sales, inventory, sell-through, margin and customer trends to inform commercial decision making.
• Partner closely with Buying to build customer-focused assortments, influencing category strategies, buy quantities and investment decisions through detailed performance analysis.
• Collaborate with Allocation teams to develop effective initial launch and inventory deployment strategies, ensuring product is placed in the right locations based on demand forecasts, store profiles and regional opportunities.
• Drive replenishment strategies across core and key seasonal programs, balancing product availability, inventory productivity and customer experience across channels.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of allocation and replenishment decisions, leveraging hindsight analysis to continuously improve future inventory investments and deployment strategies.
• Partner with Branch, Retail and Digital teams to understand customer demand, local opportunities and emerging market trends, incorporating these insights into planning decisions.
• Lead inventory management strategies, identifying opportunities to optimise stock flow, reduce aged inventory and maximise full-price sell-through.
• Develop and execute promotional, markdown and exit strategies to support sales, margin and inventory objectives.
• Work cross-functionally with Buying, Allocation, Retail, Digital, Finance and Supply Chain teams to deliver aligned category and business goals.
• Coach and develop Assistant Planners, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and commercially focused team environment.

You’ll Need to Have

• Must have 5+ yrs. experience in Retail Planning, Store Planning and/or allocation
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree
• Computer Literate - Advanced Excel Skills
• Strong analytical and creative problem solving skills
• Ability to thrive in entrepreneurial environment
• Handbag/Accessories or Ready-to-wear background preferred
• Experience in fast pasted fashion retailers preferred

MK Perks

A purpose-driven workplace where you can grow your career, enjoy flexible benefits, and be part of a culture built on inclusion, impact, and recognition.

• Career Growth
  Clear paths for progression, leadership opportunities, and mentorship programs to help you thrive.
• Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
  Support for your well-being with flexible work options and generous time-off policies.
• Culture & Belonging
  Be part of a culture that champions fairness, fosters belonging, and provides opportunities for everyone to grow and reach their full potential.
• Exclusive Employee Perks
  Enjoy discounts on premium products and luxury brands.
• Impact & Social Responsibility
  Contribute to global and local causes through volunteer days, sustainability programs, and charitable giving.

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Compensation Range: 47,000.00 - 57,000.00 GBP