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!
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Job Title: Planner
Department: Retail Corporate
Location: London
Reports: Planning Manager
Main Job Objectives
The primary purpose of this position is to initiate analysis and develop a financial strategy for a rapidly growing retail business across multiple classifications. To manage & be responsible for multiple departments to ensure the maximisation of commercial opportunities. To manage a multi-tiered team, to appraise & to develop personnel.
Essential Job Opportunities
Key Responsibilities:To set and manage financial targets by department and category Update, manage and present monthly OTB to management. Omni-channel management (Lifestyle, E-com & Outlets) and understanding the nuances of each channel. Work through WSSIs/ Linecards to identify opportunities in sales and to minimise risk Create reports/recaps of the business, develop financial plans and monitor the performance of sales, inventory, markdowns and profit by classification from a top-line to store level Work closely with the buying team to analyze seasonal merchandise assortments and execute merchandising strategies in line with OTB Expected to produce regular and ad hoc analysis based on ROS, densities as well as sales, cover and present these findings to senior management Initiate and create analysis to recap business by classification and style at top-line and regional level. Partner with buying team to implement findings & create actionable strategies to drive sales and achieve gross margin profitability Recommend buys based on thorough analysis of retail business prior to each market to achieve increased sales, profitability and sell-through % Partner with Retail team to understand new areas of opportunity & monitor performance in order to achieve plans Work with Allocator to ensure understanding of trading calendar, also highlighting areas of opportunity to maximize sales and stock opportunities. Monitor flow and delivery of new assortments, flagging risks and opportunities to Senior Management. Recap key item rankings by classification, style, color and size. Review best seller reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis to understand key associated metrics. Produce and analyze weekly trade reports recapping sales, inventory and gross margin vs. plan and projection by classification, style and door To build and develop a highly motivated and results driven team Develop robust Exit strategies for old stock and highlight opportunities within off-price channel

Work ExperienceMinimum Bachelor's Degree Previous experience within a Planning or Merchandising position (preferably within retail) Computer Literate - Advanced Excel Skills Prior experience managing junior level reports Strong analytical and creative problem solving skills Ability to thrive in entrepreneurial environment Handbag/Accessories or Ready-to-wear background preferred Experience in large high street retailers also preferred Strong analytical skills, creative problem solving skills and ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment are a must, candidates must be dynamic & resilient and happy to do business at fast pace

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