Michael Kors Merchandise Allocator
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $45,000–66,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 29, 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 a Merchandise Allocator in New York to manage global retail inventory allocation and drive business performance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage purchase orders from initial allocation through end-of-life cycle, including replenishment and consolidation of goods to other stores or channels
- Monitor overall store inventory levels based on store capacity, attributes, seasonality, and selling curves, ensuring proper flow of initial assortments and reorders
- Identify and communicate sales opportunities and stock liabilities by door on a regular basis, ensuring buy quantities and stock levels align with current sales trends
- Establish and maintain strong stock positions for core, seasonal basics, and item programs by partnering with the Buying team to monitor key programs and clearance aging
- Manage basic stock replenishment programs and own warehouse inventory and aged inventory oversight by door
- Partner with Planner to recap business at door level and create best seller and hindsight reports on weekly, monthly, and quarterly bases
- Establish strong relationships with buying, planning teams, and stores to understand merchandising strategies; conduct monthly store visits
- Develop actionable analysis by classification and subclass at store level to partner with planning and buying teams on store attributes and sales-driving strategies
- Recommend enhancements to allocation and replenishment procedures and systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree minimum
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Skills
Experience
0–1 years of planning or allocation experience; preference for background in Finance, Accounting, or Supply Chain
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 45,000 to USD 66,000 per annum.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Calendar, Summer Fridays, Internal Mobility Across Brands, 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
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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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