Store Manager
Michael Kors Store Manager in Ellenton, FL — lead the retail team, grow client relationships and drive omnichannel sales for the Lifestyle boutique.
Overview
Michael Kors is a global American luxury lifestyle brand recognized for accessible, design-led apparel, accessories and leather goods. The brand operates within Capri Holdings, a multinational luxury fashion group alongside Jimmy Choo and Versace, offering substantial global retail and multi-brand career pathways.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead, develop and motivate the sales team to deliver an elevated, client-focused customer experience
- Recruit, hire and retain top retail talent while coaching direct reports on performance and career development
- Execute operational excellence across all store processes to ensure merchandising, presentation and service standards are met
- Develop and implement a strategic business plan to drive sales growth, leveraging cross-functional partners and marketing initiatives
- Generate foot traffic and strengthen the brand locally through community engagement and in-store events
- Build and maintain a high-value client book by cultivating enduring client relationships and personalized clienteling
- Drive omnichannel sales by utilizing all available digital tools, CRM and retail technology
Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years' experience as a Store Manager at a specialty retailer
- Proven ability to recruit, develop and retain store-level talent
- Demonstrable track record of driving sales and executing strategic business plans
- Customer-service obsessive with a passion for styling and luxury fashion
- Entrepreneurial mindset: adaptable, strategic problem-solver and effective brand ambassador
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 2+ years' experience managing a specialty retail store, preferably within luxury or fashion, with demonstrable success in team leadership, sales growth and client relationship management.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in business, retail management, fashion or a related field preferred.
Benefits
Generous cross-brand employee discount; clothing allotment; competitive paid time off; internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace); exclusive employee sales; paid parental leave; 401(k) match
Culture
Michael Kors fosters a fast-paced, design-driven retail culture that prizes entrepreneurial leadership and a polished client experience. As part of Capri Holdings, the brand emphasizes cross-brand mobility, collaborative innovation and a commercially focused approach to luxury retail.