Outlet Apparel and Footwear Purchasing Manager

2 months ago

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

Who You Are:

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

What You'll Do:

  • Craft buying and merchandising strategies for the Outlet Apparel & Footwear sector that align with the financial objectives of the division and the company.
  • Manage the buying process from inception to execution, including collaboration in product development.
  • Conduct business analysis to monitor sales, identify significant trends, and optimize opportunities within the assortment to ensure sustained growth and profitability of the Lifestyle division.
  • Advise on timely markdowns/promotions and reorders for top-selling items, providing insights based on analysis to strategically enhance business performance.
  • Collaborate closely with planning and allocation teams to implement merchandising strategies, ensuring assortments are optimized for each retail location.
  • Work alongside the planning team to create 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.
  • Oversee the management of assortment sheets, pricing files, markdowns, and on-order products.
  • Responsible for the growth and development of direct reports.

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 creative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in managing people.

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 arises 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, 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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