Outlet Apparel and Footwear Purchasing Manager

1 week ago


New York, New York, United States Michael Kors Full time

Who You Are:

As a Buyer, you are a seasoned, commercially astute, and product-oriented leader poised to elevate our expanding Outlet sector. You will collaborate with management, retail locations, and cross-functional teams (including digital, planning, design, global merchandising, and visual merchandising) to pinpoint opportunities, formulate, and implement strategies that cultivate robust assortments aimed at achieving and exceeding the financial targets of the division. Your role encompasses managing the Outlet Apparel & Footwear product mix, alongside overseeing the product lifecycle within our retail environments. As the Buyer, you possess exceptional communication, analytical, and innovative problem-solving abilities, thriving in a dynamic entrepreneurial atmosphere.

What You'll Do:

  • Craft buying and merchandising strategies for the Outlet Apparel & Footwear segment that align with the financial objectives of the division and the company.
  • Oversee the buying process from inception to execution, including collaboration in product development.
  • Conduct and generate business analyses to monitor sales, identify significant trends, and optimize assortment opportunities to ensure ongoing growth and profitability within the Lifestyle division.
  • Advise on timely markdowns/promotions for products and reorders for top sellers. Provide insights based on analysis reviews to strategically enhance and influence the business.
  • Collaborate closely with planning and allocations to implement merchandising strategies. Work with the allocations team and store management to maximize assortments by location.
  • Partner with the planning team to devise and execute seasonal plans, merchandising, and promotional strategies across all classifications.
  • Build and leverage cross-functional relationships to create business opportunities, particularly in partnership with Digital, Visual Merchandising, Global Merchandising, and Design.
  • Manage assortment sheets, pricing/conversion files, markdowns, and on-order items.
  • Be accountable for the growth and development of your direct report.

You'll Need to Have:

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in Retail Buying or Merchandising.
  • A Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience in the Apparel & Footwear sector.
  • The capability to present product strategies to leadership teams with clear verbal and written communication.
  • Proficiency in computer skills and advanced Excel capabilities.
  • Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in people management.

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.

At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to inspire change and growth within each other and believe that success is a result of 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, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience.



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