Michael Kors Manager, Human Resources

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic and operational HR partner to local management, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, and organizational effectiveness
• Support leaders with coaching and advice across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, development, performance improvement, and exits
• Champion and actively model a positive, inclusive workplace culture by partnering with leaders and employees to drive engagement initiatives, promote recognition, and reinforce company values
• Manage employee relations cases including absenteeism, performance, disciplinary matters, and grievances in accordance with Dutch legislation and internal procedures
• Drive performance management cycles, providing guidance to leaders on goal-setting, evaluations, and development planning
• Contribute to succession planning and talent development initiatives aligned to global standards
• Act as a primary HR point of contact for the Works Council for people-related topics such as policy changes, absenteeism procedures, and reward structures
• Liaise with external parties including occupational health services and legal advisors in line with company and statutory requirements
• Ensure all HR practices are compliant with local legislation, works council requirements, and collective labor agreements
• Support recruitment activities in partnership with Talent Acquisition, including role scoping, interview participation, and hiring manager readiness
• Oversee accurate and timely execution of HR administration including contracts, amendments, probation tracking, leave management, and employee records
• Ensure data integrity in HR systems and support payroll validation in collaboration with payroll providers and Finance
• Lead and develop a local HR team, ensuring clear priorities, coaching, and high performance
• Work closely with Global HR Centers of Expertise to implement global programs locally
• Support global HR initiatives and change programs as required

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a distribution center environment
• Strong hands-on experience with Dutch labor law, employee relations, and HR operations
• Proven HR experience in the Netherlands within a matrix and/or global organization
• Strong working knowledge of Dutch labor law, Works Councils Act (WOR), and absenteeism and working-conditions regulations
• Experience supporting Works Council consultations and consent processes
• Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken)
• Credible, balanced communication style with management and employee representatives

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a distribution center or logistics environment. Proven track record managing HR functions in the Netherlands within matrix and global organizational structures, with demonstrated expertise in Dutch labor law, employee relations, and HR operations. Experience supporting Works Council consultations and navigating complex operational or corporate environments is essential.

Education

Not specified in source material

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 64,000 to EUR 96,000 per annum.

Benefits

Hybrid working, travel allowance, access to sample sale with reduced prices, professional development opportunities

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.

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