Kara Kraus
Franklin,OH
Summary
Fashion forward retail leader with 5+ years at Michael Kors, currently Assistant Store Manager in a high volume $8M+ outlet. Proven track record of driving sales through strategic planning, team development, and elevated client experiences. Entrepreneurial, hands on leader skilled in recruiting, training, and operational excellence. Ready to step into Store Manager role to drive business growth, omni channel execution, and community engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Michael Kors
Monroe, Ohio
03.2026 - Current
- Lead daily operations in a high-volume $8M+ store; partner with Store Manager to drive sales, team performance, and customer satisfaction.
- Recruit, interview, hire, and train best-in-class talent; mentor team on product knowledge, selling behaviors, and clienteling.
- Analyze sales data and KPIs to identify trends and implement strategic action plans that achieve productivity goals.
- Execute operational excellence across inventory management, cash handling, compliance, and POS systems.
- Spearhead visual merchandising strategies including floorsets, weekly refreshes, and brand storytelling to increase sales.
- Create foot traffic through community involvement by partnering with the management team to plan VIP shopping events and holiday-themed experiences.
- Drive omni-channel sales utilizing available tools and technology to maximize client reach.
Sales Supervisor
Michael Kors
Monroe, Ohio
03.2024 - 03.2026
- Coached and motivated sales associates on KPIs, selling behaviors, and brand standards in a $8M+ store.
- Drove a client-focused culture through styling, appointment selling, client outreach, and in-store events.
- Managed conflict resolution, performance feedback, and team accountability in partnership with leadership.
- Served as Events Manager: organized VIP shopping, birthday appointments, and seasonal experiences.
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
Monroe, Ohio
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered personalized styling and clienteling in a fast-paced outlet environment.
- Built repeat clientele through relationship-focused selling.
- Consistently exceeded individual sales.
- Supported visual merchandising and stock organization.
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
Monroe, Ohio
04.2021 - 10.2022
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Franklin, OhioSkills
- Sales Strategy & KPI Analysis
- Clienteling & Appointment Selling
- Visual Merchandising
- Talent Recruitment
- Team Leadership & Development
- Operations
- POS Systems
- Microsoft Office & Google Drive
- Event Planning & Community Outreach
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Michael Kors
03.2026 - Current
Sales Supervisor
Michael Kors
03.2024 - 03.2026
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
08.2023 - 03.2024
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
04.2021 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School