Senior Planner 12 months Mat Cover

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!

—"I FEEL really LUCKY to be SURROUNDED by SUCH a GREAT TEAM. I’m not only GRATEFUL that they’ve HELPED me ACHIEVE my GOALS, but also that I CAN GIVE them a PLACE WHERE THEY can ACHIEVE theirs

."- MICHAEL KORS

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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 #korscareers would love to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner in our London office.

Department Overview:

The primary purpose of this position is to initiate analysis and develop a robust financial and merchandising strategy for a growing omnichannel retail business.To manage & be responsible for multiple product categories, ensuring the maximisation of commercial opportunities. To manage team members, to appraise & to develop personnel.

What You’ll Do:

To set and manage financial targets by category, across an omnichannel business.

To update and manage monthly OTB, presenting risks and opportunities to senior management

• Create reports/recaps of the business, monitoring the performance of sales, inventory, markdowns and profit by classification from a top-line to store level.
• Alongside buying counterpart, recommend buys based on thorough analysis of retail business before each market to achieve increased sales, profitability and sell-thru %. Make assortment decisions according to regional needs.
• Manage allocator to ensure distribution actions that support the achievement of financial plans and product strategies.
• Manage promotional and markdown activities in a way to support the achievement of sales and inventory plans.
• To build and develop a highly motivated and results-driven team.
• Develop robust Exit strategies for old stock.
• Deputise in the absence of the Planning Manager.
• Consolidate and roll up detailed data into executive-ready summaries, ensuring stakeholders receive clear, actionable insights.

You’ll Need to Have:

• Must have 5+ yrs. Experience in Merchandise Planning.
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree.
• Computer Literate – Advanced Excel Skills Strong analytical skills, creative problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment are a must. Candidates must be dynamic, resilient, and happy to do business at a fast pace.

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 organisation.

MK Perks: Our purpose is to make all employees and customers #FeelGreat with Michael Kors. When you join our business, we want you to feel like a valued member of the team from Day 1. To make your journey enriching with us,

• We offer –Cross-brand Discount Exclusive Employee Sales
• Paid Parental Leave, Generous Holiday Schedule, and Vacation Days
• Summer Fridays Internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors and
• Jimmy Choo)Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)Thrive Wellness Program
• LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program
• Experiences Pension Contribution
• Season Loan Tickets Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
• Pay Private Health and Dental Gym Discounts

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At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, colour, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognised protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V