VP, Footwear Merchandising

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion. If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!What You’ll DoArchitect and lead the global footwear merchandising strategy for women’s and men’s across Retail, Outlet, and Wholesale channelsBuild brand‑right assortments for a global business spanning North America, EMEA, and Asia, tailored by region and channel while preserving brand DNAPartner closely with Global Merchandising, Design, Production, Sales, and Global Buying teams to align product strategy with customer needs and brand visionOwn communication of business needs and serve as a key liaison across cross‑functional teamsDrive channel differentiation (Retail, Outlet, Department Store, Specialty) to optimize performance while maintaining a cohesive brand point of viewDeliver revenue and margin growth through close partnership with Design and Production on product development, costing, and lifecycle managementAdapt assortments in response to emerging trends, category shifts, and performance insightsDevelop and oversee global pricing strategies to achieve gross margin targets while remaining competitive in the marketplaceLead end‑to‑end merchandising processes including line planning, hindsight analysis, assortment building, showroom setup and sales meetings, merchandising directives, competitive analysis, fabric buys, and long‑lead‑time and liability managementLead, coach, and develop a high‑performing merchandising team, building strong bench strength and supporting career growthYou’ll Need to HaveBachelor’s degree required10+ years of merchandising experience, with 5+ years in a people leadership roleDeep footwear merchandising experience across women’s and/or men’s categoriesStrong product sensibility with a clear understanding of trends, customer behavior, and the competitive landscapeExperience working within a global fashion or lifestyle brandProven ability to manage complex, multi‑region and multi‑channel assortmentsStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organizationProficiency in Microsoft OfficeWillingness to travel as neededWe’d Love to SeeExperience merchandising both women’s and men’s footwearA strong balance of creative product vision and commercial rigorA collaborative leadership style that builds trust across functions and regionsComfort operating in a fast-paced, matrixed global environmentA leader who brings clarity, structure, and momentum to complex merchandising challengesPerksGenerous Paid Time Off & Holiday ScheduleSummer FridaysInternal Mobility Across BrandsCross‑brand DiscountExclusive Employee SalesFav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)401k MatchPaid Parental LeaveThrive Wellness ProgramCommuter BenefitsGym Discounts— The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at CapriTalentAcquisition@CapriHoldings.com. In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a compensation range. The range for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience. Please note that for salaried roles, the figures reflect full‑time equivalency, while for hourly roles, the figures represent the applicable hourly rate.Compensation Range: $250,000.00 - $300,000.00 USD
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