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Sales Associate

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Syracuse
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 2+ years of retail experience, strong communication skills, English proficiency, and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  • You will deliver exceptional customer service, manage operational tasks, meet sales goals, adapt in a dynamic environment, build client relationships, and leverage technology to enhance sales.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of relevant retail experience
  • Strong communication skills and ability to engage with diverse clientele.
  • Proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing in English is required.
  • Authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
  • Ability to meet store scheduling and availability expectations, including the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and high retail traffic and sales days, including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother’s Day, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Drive results through delivering an elevated customer experience
  • Perform operational tasks with excellence
  • Achieve productivity goals through multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities
  • Demonstrate flexibility and desire for individual growth in a fast-paced store environment
  • Foster customer relationships by continually developing knowledge of current trends and styling techniques
  • Brainstorm with management to create innovative ways in order to maximize personal sales results
  • Drive Omni channel sales by utilizing all available tools and technology

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Sales Associate at Michael Kors?

The primary role of a Sales Associate at Michael Kors is to drive results by delivering an elevated customer experience, performing operational tasks with excellence, and building lasting client relationships in a fast-paced environment.

What qualifications are required for the Sales Associate position?

Candidates should have 2+ years of relevant retail experience, strong communication skills, proficiency in English, and authorization to work for any employer in the United States.

Are there any specific scheduling requirements for this job?

Yes, candidates must be able to meet store scheduling expectations, including flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and high retail traffic days.

What are the desired personal qualities for a Sales Associate?

We are looking for self-starters who are energetic, motivated, customer-service obsessed, and technologically savvy, with a passion for styling and fashion.

What kind of work environment can a Sales Associate expect?

Sales Associates can expect a fun, inspiring, and rewarding environment with opportunities for development and growth while working alongside stylish, fashion-forward individuals.

What are some of the physical requirements for the Sales Associate position?

Physical requirements include the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry up to 30 pounds, reach overhead, bend, kneel, stoop, and handle merchandise as well as operate point-of-sale equipment.

What benefits does Michael Kors offer to its employees?

Benefits include generous personal and vacation days, internal mobility across brands, cross-brand discount, exclusive employee sales, paid parental leave, 401k match, and a clothing allowance.

How does Michael Kors approach equal employment opportunity?

Michael Kors is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against applicants or employees based on various protected categories, ensuring a fair recruitment process.

How can candidates request reasonable accommodations for the application process?

Candidates can contact the Talent Acquisition team at CapriTalentAcquisition@CapriHoldings.com to request reasonable accommodations for the interview or application process.

What is the compensation range for the Sales Associate position?

The compensation range for this position is between $15.00 and $20.00 per hour, depending on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience.

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Fashion & Arts
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1981
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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.

Benefits

  • Health

    Medical, vision and dental insurance. Short- and long-term disability

  • Time Away

    Competitive time off, including vacation, personal and sick days. Paid parental leave.

  • Growth & Wellness

    Classroom and online learning opportunities for professional and leadership development. Employee wellness initiatives.

  • Financial Planning

    Health and commuter spending accounts. Life insurance.