Michael Kors Assistant Store Manager
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 19, 2026
About Michael Kors
Michael Kors is a global American luxury lifestyle brand within Capri Holdings Limited, recognized for contemporary ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories and fragrances. The maison operates a worldwide retail and wholesale network and positions itself as a city-centric, accessible-luxury label with emphasis on modern, polished design and a strong retail footprint.
Michael Kors Assistant Store Manager in Ingolstadt — full-time role leading retail performance, coaching staff and delivering luxury client experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Achieve and exceed store sales targets by implementing sales strategies and driving daily performance.
- Analyse sales figures and KPIs to monitor business health and make data-driven operational decisions.
- Ensure a brand-reflective shopping experience through exemplary customer service and expert client advice in a refined store environment.
- Build and continuously expand a loyal customer base through proactive clienteling and follow-up.
- Lead by example as the store ambassador, upholding the luxury lifestyle positioning of the brand.
- Motivate, coach and develop store personnel (product knowledge, selling techniques, service standards).
- Set and monitor daily individual goals for sales staff to secure attainment and overachievement of store targets.
- Implement and maintain visual merchandising directives and presentation standards.
- Execute operational responsibilities—stock management, back-office organisation, roster and holiday planning—at consistently high standards.
- Provide regular feedback and maintain proactive communication with line management and cross‑functional teams at national and regional levels.
Qualifications
- Vocational qualification in retail (Einzelhandelsausbildung) or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum three years of retail experience, including one to two years in store management or supervisory role.
- Dynamic, motivating personality with the ability to transmit passion for the brand to clients and colleagues.
- Proactive, results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of urgency and accountability for commercial outcomes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of retail store operations and processes.
- Good analytical capability to steer business performance using KPIs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German.
Skills
Experience
Minimum three years of retail experience, with one to two years in store management or a supervisory role.
Education
Vocational qualification in retail (or equivalent commercial/retail training).
Workplace
This position is based in Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany, within easy reach of Munich.
Culture
The Michael Kors retail environment is fast-paced, client-focused and highly brand-driven, blending commercial rigor with refined, fashion-led presentation. Stores prioritise team development, exemplary customer service and cross‑border collaboration within Capri Holdings' international retail network.
About Cerulean
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