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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"I FEEL really LUCKY to be SURROUNDED by SUCH a GREAT TEAM. I’m not only GRATEFUL that they’ve HELPED me ACHIEVE my GOALS, but also that I CAN GIVE them a PLACE WHERE THEY can ACHIEVE theirs."
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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 #korscareers would love to hear from you!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Global Trade Compliance in our Venlo office (or other EU locations).
Department Overview:
The Customs & Compliance department is the department responsible for all customs & compliance related activities for Capri Holdings Ltd (CHL) within EMEA, and particularly at the Venlo Distribution Center (VDC). All CHL brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo and Versace) are serviced by the Customs & Compliance department with regards to customs licenses and customs execution. In addition, the department provides compliance support for EU import- and EU export requirements. The Manager Trade Compliance EMEA reports to the Senior Manager Customs & Compliance.
What You’ll Do:
You will lead global trade compliance efforts across all Capri Holdings regions (NA, EMEA, APAC) and brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace). Your responsibilities will span product and packaging compliance, audit management, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders on trade policy development and implementation. A key focus will be identifying and driving process efficiencies.
You’ll serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership and work cross-functionally with teams such as logistics, distribution, production, sourcing, legal, and finance, as well as with external suppliers, logistics providers, government agencies, and auditors.
Responsibilities
- Oversee global trade compliance, including audits, risk assessments, regulatory inquiries, and corrective action planning.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global trade laws, labeling regulations, and packaging requirements.
- Monitor and interpret evolving regulations to ensure compliance and prevent downstream supply chain costs.
- Design and deliver compliance training to new hires and current employees across regions.
- Collaborate with internal teams (legal, CSR, production, tax, logistics, etc.) to develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.
- Represent the company in trade and industry groups to stay ahead of regulatory trends and best practices.
- Communicate audit results, regulatory updates, and compliance risks to senior management and key stakeholders.
You’ll Need to Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a closely related field
- 7-10 years’ Trade Compliance experience
- Excellent interpersonal communication and management skills
- Experience in data analytics, auditing, and project management
- Ability to identify compliance gaps and recommend process improvements for the global supply chain
- Knowledge of legal and supply chain processes
- Proven ability to implement procedures and continuous improvement methods
- Good planning skills and ability to skillfully set priorities
- Good organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Pro-active and willingness to show initiative
We’d Love to See:
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Drive Results
- Entrepreneurial
- Functional Skills
MK Perks:
Our purpose is to make all employees and customers #FeelGreat with Michael Kors. When you join our business, we want you to feel like a valued member of the team from Day 1. To make your journey enriching with us, we offer –
- Cross-brand Discount
- Exclusive Employee Sales
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Holiday Schedule and Vacation Days
- Summer Fridays
- Internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace)
- Thrive Wellness Program
- LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program
- #FeelGreat program that include the following pillars: Connected Communities/Inspired Innovation/ Responsible Future/Meaningful Experiences
- Meal vouchers for lunch
- Transport reimbursement
- Health Insurance and Protection Income offered
To know more about working at Michael Kors, click here!
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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
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What We Do
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 under Michael Kors Collection, MICHAEL Michael Kors, and Michael Kors Mens, including accessories, ready-to-wear, footwear, wearable technology, watches, jewelry, and a full line of fragrance products. Michael Kors stores are operated in the most prestigious cities in the world, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, London, Milan, Paris, Munich, Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Rio de Janeiro. In addition, Michael Kors operates digital flagships across North America, Europe, and Asia, offering customers a seamless omnichannel experience.
At the center of it all, is a designer who has created an enduring and iconic luxury lifestyle empire with a distinctive point of view and global reach. Michael Kors has a sharp focus on providing his customers with accessories and clothes that are consistently polished, chic, relaxed, and glamorous. Kors has also been the recipient of numerous industry awards and accolades within the fashion industry, been honored for his philanthropy, and earned the respect and affection of millions.
The fashion designer also focuses on giving back. For more than 25 years he has been a passionate supporter of God’s Love We Deliver, a New York-based non-profit organization that cooks and delivers nutritious meals to people living with serious illnesses in and around New York City. Continuing his philanthropic efforts, in 2013 Michael Kors launched “Watch Hunger Stop,” partnering with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to help fight world hunger. Proceeds from annual special-edition products, as well as from other targeted initiatives, help provide food to children through WFP’s school meals program. To date, Michael Kors has helped WFP deliver over twenty five million meals (and counting) to hungry children.
