Director, Emerging Technology & AI Innovation

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!

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Who You Are:

We are seeking a visionary and strategic technology leader to serve as Director of Emerging Technologies & AI Innovation within our IT department. This hands-on role will focus on driving the adoption of Generative AI, Agentic AI, and other emerging technologies across the organization, shaping both strategy and execution in multiple departments.

You will champion a culture of innovation and rapid prototyping, identifying, evaluating, and implementing cutting-edge solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a true change agent—someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, inspires cross-functional teams, and excels at translating complex technical concepts into actionable value for retail, fashion, and consumer-facing businesses.

Success in this role requires exceptional technical expertise, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. We are committed to fostering innovation and operational excellence, and we’re looking for a leader who shares that passion and can deliver results.

What You’ll Do:                

Strategic Leadership & Innovation

• Develop and execute Capri’s global strategy for Agentic AI, GenAI, and AI adoption aligned with business goals and IT strategy.
• Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement by integrating innovation into both technology and business roadmaps.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with business goals across corporate and retail domains.
• Monitor industry trends, evaluate their relevance, and translate them into actionable opportunities across Capri.
• Lead proof-of-concept initiative, pilots, and rapid prototyping. Evaluate ROI, scalability, and integration potential with existing systems and workflows.
   

Innovation Process & Governance

• Build and implement a formal innovation framework
• Manage an innovation portfolio, tracking business outcomes, ROI, and adoption metrics
• Develop manuals, standards, and toolkits for responsible experimentation and innovation.

AI & GenAI Adoption

• Identify and prioritize high-value AI/GenAI use cases across the business
• Design & Product Creation: generative design, 3D modeling, automated pattern creation
• Supply Chain: predictive logistics, anomaly detection, and insights for sustainability
• Merchandising and Planning: optimizing assortments, demand forecasting, pricing and allocation
• Retail & eCommerce: leveraging AI to enhance engagement with customers and retail associates
• Corporate and Backoffice: streamlining administrative processes and minimizing manual tasks
• Oversee rapid prototyping and pilots, define success criteria, and manage transitions from pilots to scaled enterprise solutions.
• Ensure responsible and ethical AI/GenAI adoption through governance, compliance, and bias mitigation frameworks.

Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Partnerships & Communication

• Lead a small team of innovators and developers
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify use cases and co-develop solutions.
• Manage partnerships with vendors, startups, and academic institutions; negotiate relationships to secure early access and co-innovation opportunities.
• Influence and advise senior business leaders, simplifying complex concepts into actionable strategies.
• Provide regular updates to the CIO and executive leadership on innovation pipeline, project status, and strategic impact.
   

Risk, Compliance & Performance Measurement

• Ensure initiatives comply with cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory standards. Collaborate with IT Security and Legal teams as needed.
• Anticipate and mitigate risks related to emerging technologies.
• Define KPIs and success metrics; maintain dashboards and reports to track progress and business outcomes.

You’ll Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive technology experience in IT, with at least 5 years in innovation or emerging technologies
• Proven track record of leading technology pilots and scaling successful solutions, especially in AI/GenAI
• Strong understanding of AI/ML, IoT, cloud platforms, and Generative AI platforms, frameworks, and trends
• Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience leading small, agile teams in rapid prototyping and innovation
• Experience in retail or consumer-facing industries is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, “self-starter” environment
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven; balances bold innovation with disciplined execution.
• Certifications in AI/ML, cloud, or innovation management are a plus.
• Strong ability to influence and communicate with C- suite and senior stakeholders
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and storytelling skills.

Capri Perks:

• Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Capri Brands
• 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

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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 [email protected].

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.

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