Michael Kors Planning Coordinator
Michael Kors Planning Coordinator (12-month contract) in London — support wholesale planning, data processing and weekly trade reporting.
Overview
Michael Kors is a global luxury lifestyle brand known for ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear and accessories. The house operates internationally across retail, wholesale and digital channels and is part of Capri Holdings. As an employer it combines a commercial, fashion-forward environment with structured development opportunities across functions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Process, validate and maintain line-level partner sales and stock data to ensure data integrity across planning systems and reports.
- Liaise with wholesale partners to chase and convert disparate reporting into consistent, system-ready formats.
- Upload and reconcile data within internal tools and platforms; support continuous maintenance of planning databases and processes.
- Prepare and support weekly trade reporting and ad-hoc analyses to inform commercial decision-making.
- Support planners in WSSI updates, sales forecasting, replenishment logic and OTB monitoring, and identify NOS replenishment opportunities.
- Produce succinct analysis and summarised strategic actions for planners and cross-functional stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel proficiency — lookups, PivotTables, IF statements; Power Query is a plus.
- High attention to detail with a strong focus on data accuracy and validation.
- Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills; ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills; able to prioritise competing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in planning, allocation, or retail (shop-floor or wholesale) is preferred. Experience working with sales and stock data, preparing trade reports and supporting forecasting activities is advantageous.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Retail, Fashion Merchandising, Supply Chain, Mathematics/Statistics or a related discipline preferred; equivalent practical experience considered.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in London, England, UK. 463 luxury roles are listed in London on Cerulean, 14 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the England region, Cerulean lists 580 open positions — 17 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 617 open roles in UK, including 20 added in the last 48 hours.
Benefits
Pension contribution; season ticket loan; enhanced maternity and paternity pay; private health and dental; employee discounts on products; flexible work options and generous time-off policies; mentorship and career development opportunities; volunteer days and sustainability/charitable programs.
Culture
The workplace emphasises commercial creativity and rapid decision-making within a collaborative, inclusive environment. Michael Kors promotes career growth, flexible working and diversity, and highlights employee engagement through development programmes and community-focused initiatives.
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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