Michael Kors Sales Associate (Part-time, 32 hours)
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 6, 2026
About Michael Kors
Michael Kors is an international luxury fashion house known for accessible luxury ready-to-wear, handbags and accessories. The brand operates as part of Capri Holdings and maintains a global retail network and flagship locations in major cities; its retail environments emphasise service excellence, product expertise and high visual standards.
Michael Kors seeks a part-time Sales Associate (32h) in Florence, Italy — join the Florence store to drive sales and deliver luxury client service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Achieve individual and store sales targets through consultative selling, upselling and cross-selling
- Deliver an exceptional, personalised client experience and build long-term client relationships using clienteling techniques
- Maintain impeccable store presentation and merchandising standards, including window and floor displays
- Operate point-of-sale systems, process transactions and support stock receiving, replenishment and inventory control
- Support team performance through collaboration, coverage of operational tasks and adherence to company procedures (loss prevention, visual guidelines, housekeeping)
- Participate in product and brand training, as well as promotional and store events
Qualifications
- Demonstrable retail sales experience, ideally within fashion or premium/luxury environments
- Proven ability to perform in a high‑turnover, fast‑paced store and meet or exceed targets
- Excellent interpersonal skills, charismatic client-facing manner and strong team orientation
- Flexible availability to work retail hours, weekends and peak trading periods
- Strong organisational skills and attention to visual merchandising and operational detail
Skills
Experience
Preferred minimum of 1–2 years of frontline retail experience, ideally in fashion or luxury retail and within a high-traffic store environment.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; formal training in retail, fashion or business is a plus.
Workplace
The role is situated in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.
Culture
The Michael Kors retail environment is dynamic, creative and client-centric, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and personal development. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate brand ambassadorship, commercial focus and a polished luxury service approach.
About Cerulean
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