Merchandising Coordinator - Outlet Men's Apparel and Footwear

Overview

Michael Kors seeks a Merchandising Coordinator to support the buying team in overseeing a growing domestic and global business. Ideal candidates should possess robust analytical abilities, innovative problem-solving skills, and be able to excel in a startup-like environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce weekly sales and business performance reports to analyze trends, optimize opportunities, and reduce risks to sustain growth and profitability of the Outlet Footwear and Apparel business.
• Manage assortment documentation, pricing and conversion spreadsheets, process markdowns, and handle order reconciliations and sample tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to convey monthly floor set plans, markdowns, promotional activities, and return to vendor procedures.
• Coordinate with planning and allocation teams to implement merchandising tactics tailored to each store location, ensuring maximum assortment efficiency.
• Build and utilize relationships across teams including Digital, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Global Merchandising to enhance business prospects.
• Liaise with vendors concerning order submissions and product upkeep.
• Ensure effective distribution of product knowledge and buying information to retail stores.
• Assist in conducting sales performance analysis to identify opportunities for product assortment refinement; actively engage in market attendance and entry of market orders.
• Support Senior and Associate Buyers during the launch of new men's retail stores.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree minimum required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving capabilities.
• Availability to work onsite at the New York City office at least three days per week.

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to devise strategic approaches and achieve results within a high-paced setting.
• Experience balancing strategic thinking with tactical execution.
• Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset with out-of-the-box thinking.
• Refined fashion sensibility and trend awareness.
• Energetic, positive outlook with adaptability to entrepreneurial dynamics.

Benefits

• Generous holiday and vacation schedules.
• Summer Friday work schedule.
• Opportunities for internal transfers within Capri Holdings brands including Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo.
• Employee discounts for Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo products.
• Exclusive sales events for employees.
• Fav 5 Cards providing discounts to friends and family.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness initiatives through the Thrive Program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Discounts for gym memberships.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

The company is committed to equal opportunity employment, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on protected categories such as race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, and more in accordance with applicable laws.

Recruitment Accessibility

Applicants requiring accommodations during the recruitment or interview process may contact the Talent Acquisition team to request support.

Compensation

In accordance with pay transparency regulations, the salary will be determined based on position needs, applicant qualifications, and experience.