MICHAEL KORS
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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We have an exciting opportunity for a Concessions Planner in our London or Madrid office.
Department Overview:
The primary purpose of this position is to initiate analysis and develop a robust financial and merchandising strategy for our Concessions retail business.
To manage & be responsible for multiple product categories, ensuring the maximisation of commercial opportunities.
What You'll Do:
To set and manage financial targets for RTW, FTW and Accs across Concessions. To update and manage monthly OTB, presenting risks and opportunities to senior management. Create reports/recaps of the business, monitoring the performance of sales, inventory, markdowns and profit by classification from a top-line to store level. Alongside buying counterpart, recommend buys based on thorough analysis of retail business prior to each market to achieve increased sales, profitability and sell-thru %. Make assortment decisions according to regional needs. Manage allocator to ensure distribution actions that support the achievement of financial plans and product strategies. Manage promotional and markdown activities in a way to support achievement of sales and inventory plans. Deliver weekly Monday trade reports, consolidating sales, margin, and customer data into clear, actionable insights to present in Trade. Prepare and present findings in Monthly Business Reviews, delivering concise, executive-ready summaries. To build and develop a highly motivated and results driven team. Develop robust Exit strategies for old stock. Build strong and profitable relationships with Concessions Manager. Drive continuous improvement of reporting processes, including automation and standardisation where possible. Partner with finance, buying, and concessions manager to align reporting outputs with broader business objectives. You'll Need to Have:
Must have 5+ yrs. experience in Merchandise Planning. Minimum Bachelor's Degree. Computer Literate - Advanced Excel Skills. Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) is essential to support reporting and collaboration across markets. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement in reporting processes. 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. Excellent presentation and communication skills, able to tailor messaging for both detailed operational teams and senior leadership. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive actions from insights. We'd Love to See:
Drive Results - Leads self and others in setting and attaining stretch goals within a continually evolving environment. Overcomes obstacles and takes responsibility for outcomes. Entrepreneurial - Makes things happen for the business using out-of-the box thinking and a willingness to take risks. Continually looks for ways to innovate or take existing products, processes and services to a new level. Communication - Adapts communication style, tools and approach to meet the needs of different audiences and levels in the organization.
Permanent
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