Develop buying and merchandising strategies for the Outlet Apparel & Footwear business that tie back to financial goals for the division and company. Execute buy process from concept to completion, including partnership in product development. Initiate and generate business analysis to track selling, identify key trends and maximize opportunities in the assortment to achieve continued growth and profitability of the Lifestyle division. Recommend timely markdowns/promotions on goods and reorders ... more details
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!
Who You Are:
As a Buyer you are an experienced, business savvy, opportunistic and product focused leader that will take our growing Outlet business to the next level. You will partner with management, stores and cross-functional partners (i.e. digital, planning, design, global merchandising, visual merchandising) to identify opportunities, develop and execute strategies to build strong assortments that will achieve and surpass financial objectives of the division. You will be responsible for managing the Outlet Apparel & Footwear product assortment, as well as the lifecycle of the product within our stores. As the Buyer, you have strong communication, analytical and creative problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
What You’ll Do:
Develop buying and merchandising strategies for the Outlet Apparel & Footwear business that tie back to financial goals for the division and company.
Execute buy process from concept to completion, including partnership in product development.
Initiate and generate business analysis to track selling, identify key trends and maximize opportunities in the assortment to achieve continued growth and profitability of the Lifestyle division.
Recommend timely markdowns/promotions on goods and reorders on best sellers. Share insight based on reviewing analysis to strategically grow and impact the business.
Work closely with planning and allocations to execute merchandising strategy. Work with allocations team and store management to ensure assortments by door are maximized.
Partner with planning team to develop and execute seasonal plans, merchandising and promotional strategies for all classifications.
Foster and leverage cross-functional relationships to create opportunities for the business – specifically partnering with Digital, Visual Merchandising, Global Merchandising, Design.
Oversee the management of assortment sheets, pricing/conversion files, markdowns, and on-order.
Responsible for growth and development of direct report.
You’ll Need to Have:
4+ years’ experience in Retail Buying or Merchandising
Bachelor’s degree
Experience in Apparel & Shoes
The ability to present product strategies to leadership teams with clear verbal and written communication
Computer Literacy and Advanced Excel Skills
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
People management experience
MK Perks:
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
Summer Fridays
Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors
Cross-brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Paid Parental Leave
Thrive Wellness Program
Commuter Benefits
Gym Discounts
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