Michael Kors Assistant Planner – Channel Trading
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £35,000–41,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
About Michael Kors
Michael Kors is an internationally recognized luxury fashion brand and lifestyle label, marketed globally across apparel, accessories and fragrances. As part of Capri Holdings, Michael Kors operates within a portfolio of premium fashion houses and emphasizes design-led product, elevated retail experiences and a fast-paced, customer-centric retail network.
Michael Kors seeks an Assistant Planner – Channel Trading in London. Fixed-term role supporting retail planning, inventory optimisation, and commercial trading activity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain and actualise sales, stock, WSSI and OTB data, ensuring outputs are accurate and ready for review
- Produce regular trade reporting and analysis, highlighting key movements, risks and opportunities across sales, stock, sell-through and availability
- Support in-season trading activity including replenishment, ATS, transfers, cancellations, markdowns and end-of-season activity
- Support Planners with analysis, follow-up actions and day-to-day trading activity
- Support market preparation through sales, OTB, WSSI, forecasting, option planning and buying analysis
- Maintain buying and recap tools, ensuring information is accurate and aligned to agreed plans
- Prepare analysis and materials for trade, OTB and commercial meetings, supporting actions and follow-up
- Support the review of buys against OTB, sales expectations and agreed commercial plans, highlighting material variances and B99 requirements
- Work collaboratively with Sales, Buying, Operations and other teams to support forecasts, stock flow, reporting and trading activity
- Build strong working relationships across the Planning function and wider business
- Communicate clearly and proactively, raising issues, risks and support requirements early
- Take ownership of assigned reporting, tools and actions, delivering accurately and to deadline
- Maintain high standards of data accuracy, documentation and handover
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency and reduce manual work, including through appropriate use of technology, AI and automation
- Support consistent ways of working and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing Planning team
- Use data and commercial understanding to identify performance movements, risks and opportunities
- Apply sound judgement when reviewing data, investigating discrepancies and escalating issues
- Communicate clear, fact-based insights to support trading decisions
- Take accountability for the accuracy and timeliness of work within the role's area of responsibility
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with planning systems and data visualisation tools is advantageous
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into action
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong commercial awareness with an interest in luxury retail, consumer trends and product performance
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners
- Proactive, curious and solutions-oriented mindset
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in Planning, Merchandising, Buying, Allocation or a similar retail analytical role is preferred.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from GBP 35,000 to GBP 41,000 per annum.
Benefits
Career development and mentorship programs, flexible work options and generous time-off policies, discounts on premium products and luxury brands, volunteer days and sustainability programs.
Culture
Michael Kors fosters a design-driven, service-oriented retail culture that blends creative energy with commercial discipline. Teams work in a fast-paced, international environment where collaboration, attention to detail and polished client service are highly valued.
About Cerulean
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