Michael Kors Assistant Store Manager
About Michael Kors
Michael Kors is a global luxury fashion brand within the Capri Holdings group, known for accessible luxury in apparel, accessories and footwear. The brand operates an extensive European retail network of outlets, boutiques and concessions and emphasizes international collaboration, commercial rigour and a fashion-forward retail experience.
Michael Kors seeks an Assistant Store Manager in Wolfsburg to support store operations, lead the sales team and elevate the customer experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive store sales performance and ensure achievement of KPIs through disciplined execution and commercial focus.
- Support the Store Manager in daily operational and administrative duties to guarantee efficient store operations.
- Lead, coach and motivate the sales team, acting as a role model and promoting continuous learning and development.
- Cultivate lasting customer relationships through creative clienteling, active management of customer records and memorable in-store experiences.
- Leverage available omni‑channel tools and retail technologies to maximise conversion and basket value.
Qualifications
- Proven sales and people‑management experience within a retail environment; demonstrable results orientation.
- Strong organisational skills with a hands‑on approach and the ability to operate in a fast‑paced, dynamic setting.
- Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with adaptability to changing business needs.
- Commercial and creative thinking with a keen interest in fashion and market trends.
- Excellent communication skills; English language skills are an advantage.
Skills
Experience
Demonstrable experience in retail sales and store leadership with a track record of coaching teams and delivering commercial results in a consumer‑facing environment.
Education
Secondary education or vocational qualification; formal retail management, commercial training or equivalent practical experience is preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, Germany — conveniently close to Hanover.
Benefits
Competitive compensation package with attractive additional benefits; employee discount at Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo; provision of work clothing; employee wellbeing programme; 30 days annual leave.
Culture
The Michael Kors retail organisation fosters a multicultural, performance‑driven atmosphere with a strong emphasis on team development and customer experience. As part of Capri Holdings, the brand combines global luxury positioning with international career mobility and a collaborative retail community.
About Cerulean
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