Michael Kors Vice President, Licensing
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Executive
- Compensation
- $200,000–250,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 27, 2026
About Michael Kors
Michael Kors is an American luxury fashion house known for accessible luxury in ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, watches, and beauty. The brand operates globally and is part of Capri Holdings Limited, a multi-brand fashion group. As an employer, Michael Kors emphasizes brand-driven creativity, commercial rigor, and international collaboration across design, marketing and retail operations.
Michael Kors seeks a VP, Licensing in the New York Metro Area to lead global licensing strategy and partnerships. Capri Holdings opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define and lead the global licensing strategy across categories, partners and regions to reinforce brand positioning and unlock revenue expansion.
- Develop long-term category roadmaps and oversee product and storytelling standards for licensed assortments.
- Build and manage senior-level relationships with global licensees, ensuring alignment on brand vision, quality and commercial objectives.
- Own the licensing P&L, including forecasting, financial performance monitoring and reporting to senior leadership.
- Negotiate new licensing agreements and renegotiate existing contracts to enable innovation, expansion and sustainable growth.
- Partner cross-functionally with brand, product development, marketing, merchandising and regional teams to ensure cohesive go-to-market execution.
- Lead cross-category special projects and guide product launches and category transitions with attention to operational excellence.
- Improve processes and governance to increase collaboration, visibility and efficiency across the licensing ecosystem.
- Identify and evaluate strategic collaborations and partnership opportunities that align with company strategy and brand priorities.
Qualifications
- Significant leadership experience directing global licensing for consumer brands, preferably in fashion, accessories, beauty or lifestyle.
- Proven track record of structuring and managing complex, high-impact licensing partnerships with multinational organizations.
- Demonstrated ownership of P&L responsibility and commercial strategy at a division or category level.
- Advanced negotiation skills and experience with complex deal structures and contract terms.
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and to lead cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams.
- Strategic mindset with strong executional discipline and operational orientation.
Skills
Experience
Extensive, senior-level experience building and scaling global licensing businesses for consumer brands, including P&L ownership, senior partner management and demonstrated success driving category growth and portfolio transformation.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, fashion or a related discipline required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 200,000 to USD 250,000 per annum.
Benefits
Generous paid time off & holiday schedule; Summer Fridays; Internal mobility across brands; Cross-brand discount; Exclusive employee sales; Fav 5 cards (friends & family discount); 401(k) match; Paid parental leave; Thrive wellness program; Commuter benefits; Gym discounts
Culture
Michael Kors cultivates a fast-paced, creative environment where commercial acumen and brand stewardship intersect. The workplace values collaboration across global teams, encourages internal mobility within Capri Holdings, and prioritizes both design sensibility and business growth.
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