Category Manager

Who You Are:

As a Category Manager for Michael Kors launching the Amazon account and partnership, you will support all divisions (Accessories, Footwear, Ready to Wear, Men’s and liaison with Licensing) in developing strategies to optimize product assortments and inventory on the site, while also monitoring promotional cadences. You will manage how the Michael Kors product appears on Amazon, as well as analyzing selling to ensure curated assortments generate revenue, profit, and optimal inventory turnover. You must be results-driven with strong communication and organizational skills, as well as someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are a multi-tasker and team player who can work collaboratively. You must have a digital background, strong analytical skills, and a keen sense of the digital marketing landscape. It’s preferable that you show strong entrepreneurial skills, and there is a strong preference for you to have previous Amazon experience.

You will report into a director role, with exposure to executive management, both internal and external.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive successful launch on Amazon
• Leverage cross-functional teams and initiatives to execute assortments and create merchandising strategies that will drive the business and optimize results
• Uphold the Michael Kors brand vision within our Designer Shop, in partnership with marketing and creative teams
• Generate business analysis to track selling, identify key trends and maximize opportunities to achieve continued growth and profitability
• Manage business processes inclusive of market buys, marketing strategies, monitoring of shipments, inventory management, as well as financials and budgets
• Prepare and present seasonal product strategies, business plans and recaps for upper management
• Collaborate and partner with multiple divisions across the company: Sales, Merchandising, Marketing, Retail, Planning

You’ll Need to Have:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years relevant digital experience
• Strong Excel Skills
• Proven ability to thrive in entrepreneurial environment
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Full understanding of product lifecycle & proficient in retail math
• Knowledge of industry best practices / standards
• Demonstrated experience in synthesizing data analyses into actionable results
• Strong insightful analytical skills and business acumen
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multitask effectively
• Fast learner; passion for digital retail; strong knowledge of fashion trends
• Goal-oriented, driven and experienced in networking with and influencing decision-makers
• Thrive in a fast paced on-time deliverable environment
• Ability to work in NYC office 3 days a week

We’d Love to See:

• Amazon Experience
• The ability to think strategically, drive results and build a high-performance organization
• Proven ability to be strategic and tactical in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills: able to communicate across diverse groups, such as internal functions as well as external licensing partners
• Effective project management skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
• Must be a self-starter, professionally mature, accountable, resourceful, with accurate work output
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Strong presentation skills

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 try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes 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

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