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Assistant Planner

Michael Kors
Full-time
On-site
London

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 Bring We’re looking for someone with the following experience and skills — but these aren’t set in stone. If you bring something extra to the table, we’d love to hear from you! 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; From your very first day with us, we want you to feel welcomed, supported, and truly part of the team. To help make your experience rewarding, we offer a range of benefits designed to enrich your journey. 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 CapriTalentAcquisition@CapriHoldings.com. Michael Kors is a world-renowned, award-winning designer of luxury accessories and ready-to-wear. His namesake company, established in 1981, currently produces a range of products under Michael Kors Collection, Michael Kors, and Michael Kors Mens, including accessories, ready-to-wear, footwear, watches, jewelry, and a full line of fragrance products. Michael Kors stores are operated in the most prestigious cities in the world, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, London, Milan, Paris, Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Rio de Janeiro. In addition, Michael Kors operates digital flagships across North America, Europe, and Asia, offering customers a seamless omnichannel experience. At the center of it all is a designer who has created an enduring and iconic luxury lifestyle brand with a distinctive point of view and global reach. Michael Kors has a sharp focus on providing his customers with accessories and clothes that are consistently polished, chic, relaxed, and glamorous. Kors has also been the recipient of numerous industry awards and accolades within the fashion industry. The fashion designer also focuses on giving back. For more than 35 years he has been a passionate supporter of God’s Love We Deliver, a New York-based non-profit organization that cooks and delivers nutritious meals to people living with serious illnesses in and around New York City. In 2013, in a move to broaden his philanthropic efforts, Michael Kors launched “Watch Hunger Stop,” partnering with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to help fight world hunger. Proceeds from annual special-edition products and other targeted initiatives help provide food to children through WFP’s school meals program. To date, Michael Kors has helped WFP deliver over 35 million meals (and counting) to hungry children. For more information on how Capri Holdings Group uses your personal data, please see our Applicant Privacy Notice.

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