Michael Kors · 1 week ago
Assistant Buyer, Outlet Handbags
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $70K/yr
1+ years expMichael Kors is looking for an experienced Assistant Buyer to enhance their Outlet Handbag business. The role involves assisting the Sr. Buyer in building product assortments and executing strategies to achieve financial objectives.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Generate weekly selling reports and business analysis to track selling, identify key trends, maximize opportunities, and minimize liabilities to achieve continued growth and profitability of the Handbag business
Run analysis and prepare selling hindsight to identify opportunities in the assortment. Create assortment boards when necessary
Responsible for maintaining assortment sheets, pricing/conversion files, processing markdowns, reconciling on order, and sample management
Recommend timely markdowns/promotions on goods and reorders on best sellers. Share insight based on reviewing analysis to strategically grow and impact the business
Foster and leverage cross-functional relationships to create opportunities for the business – specifically partnering with Site, Digital, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Store, and Global Merchandising
Responsible for execution of product assortment grids and sharing buy information with cross-functional teams
Work closely with Planning teams to execute merchandising strategy on by-door basis
Work with Allocation teams and store management to ensure assortments by door are maximized. React to business needs by managing warehouse inventory and working with allocation teams to get merchandise out to stores
Communicate and partner with production partners on order placement and ensure proper execution of all merchandising strategies
Attend and actively participate in market. Responsible for entering all market orders
Assist the Sr. Buyer on buying and merchandising strategies that align with financial goals for the division and company and drive the business forward in sales and profitability
Assist the Sr. Buyer to execute buy process from concept to completion, including robust line planning
Qualification
Required
1-2+ years experience in Retail Buying or Merchandising
Minimum Bachelor's Degree
Computer Literacy – Strong Excel & Microsoft Skills (Word, Powerpoint, SharePoint, OneDrive)
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to work in NYC office 3 days a week
Elevated fashion sense and know-how
Energetic with can-do attitude
Ability to thrive in entrepreneurial environment
Preferred
Proven ability to be strategic, tactical, and drive results in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Entrepreneurial, out of the box thinker
Experience in Accessories
Exceptional organizational skills
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
Curiosity and passion for Women's Accessories
Benefits
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
Company
Michael Kors
Michael Kors is an e-shop that offers ladies fashion clothing and accessories that fit perfectly and meets the needs of the modern woman.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Anne Pezzano Walsh
Senior Vice President of Merchandising - North America Retail
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