Manager, Global Visual Merchandising Communications

Job Title: Manager, Global Visual Merchandising Communications

Location: New York, NY

Division/MK or Capri: MK Visual Merchandising

Reporting to (level): Sr. Director of Visual Merchandising

Who You Are:

You are energetic, collaborative, results driven graphic designer who is experienced in designing retail graphics. You thrive in a rapidly changing environment, are curious and have the vision to provide a compelling point of view and influence key decisions. You demonstrate a passion for the brand, inspire individuals and rely on leadership skills to plan and accomplish goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Create guidelines and maintain graphic templates for seasonal store concepts.
• Create the Visual Merchandising layouts for seasonal collections based on strong partnership with the Design and Merchandising departments.
• Concept and develop global seasonal visual merchandising directive and standards guideline.
• Lead the execution of all visual merchandising initiatives with planning and implementation of guidelines. Drive flawless execution as the cross-functional lead.
• Attend and support seasonal market execution
• Communicate and share with global teams’ guidelines, templates and shared files to ensure a cohesive brand message.
• Attend meetings, present concepts and report on status of current projects if necessary.
• Manage and organize files of all products for the lifestyle and outlet channels.
• Acts as liaison between the NYC Headquarters and the global regional corporate teams to develop effective visual strategies and come up with solutions to problems within area as they arise.

You’ll Need to Have:

• Minimum 3 – 5 years Visual Merchandising experience
• Demonstrated advanced visual merchandising knowledge and understanding how visual merchandising supports the customer experience.
• Proficiency in the following computer programs: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Basic photography skills
• Minimum 2-3 years of graphic design experience.
• Excellent organization, communication, and follow-up skills

We’d Love to See:

• Strong visual merchandising skills and ability to drive business through creativity.
• Ability to think and work strategically; able to plan ahead and foresee opportunities.
• Resourceful, creative and solution-oriented.
• Detailed oriented while able to handle multiple tasks.
• Business Acumen: understanding of how effective visual strategies and standards drive the overall customer experience
• Positively communicates and actively demonstrates the Brand Values and MK Mission.

MK Perks:

• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace)
• Cross-brand Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thrive Wellness Program (seasonal in-office massages and more!)
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Discounts

In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.

At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

About Us: (MK)

Michael Kors is a world-renowned, award-winning designer of luxury accessories and ready to wear. His namesake company, established in 1981, currently produces a range of products through his Michael Kors and MICHAEL Michael Kors labels, including accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, men’s and women’s ready to wear, and a full line of fragrance products. Michael Kors stores are operated in some of the most prestigious cities in the world, including New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago, London, Milan, Paris, Munich, Istanbul, Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong. www.michaelkors.com

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