Kate Spade Assistant Store Manager

Nashville • USA

Thursday, January 30, 2025

Kate Spade New York, a vibrant and optimistic lifestyle brand, is renowned for its colorful and bold designs. Since its inception in 1993, the brand has expanded its offerings to include handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, Kate Spade New York benefits from the support of a global house of brands committed to innovation, inclusivity, and stretching the boundaries of possibility. Tapestry's dedication to equity, inclusion, and diversity is reflected in its workplace culture and community engagement.

1. Develop and implement business initiatives to drive repeat and new customer engagement.
2. Achieve store productivity targets, including sales per hour, average dollar transaction, units per transaction, and capture rate.
3. Ensure all associates complete sales training and possess strong product knowledge across all categories.
4. Model and supervise the selling environment, providing consistent coaching to ensure exceptional customer service and sales.
5. Assist the Store Manager in achieving financial success through measurable improvements in store performance.
6. Assume the Store Manager role in their absence, leading by example to achieve personal sales goals.
7. Educate the team on sales plans and personal goals, coaching to ensure business maximization.
8. Network within the community to efficiently fill open positions with minimal business impact.
9. Conduct ongoing reviews and assessments of employee performance.
10. Communicate the Kate Spade New York brand aesthetic, philosophy, and lifestyle to the sales team and customers.
11. Ensure brand and operating standards are met to support brand consistency.
12. Implement visual merchandising directives and maintain store presentation standards.
13. Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures, including register funds management and bank deposits.
14. Assist in maintaining payroll budget by managing schedules and making necessary adjustments.
15. Monitor and follow company policies and procedures with a focus on loss prevention.
16. Accurately manage the processing of all POS transactions to maintain inventory integrity.

1. Proven experience in retail management or a similar role.
2. Strong leadership and team management skills.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

1. Retail management
2. Leadership
3. Customer service
4. Sales coaching
5. Visual merchandising
6. Operational excellence
7. Loss prevention

A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in retail management or a similar role is required.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field is preferred.

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Kate Spade New York fosters a culture of creativity, inclusivity, and optimism. As part of the Tapestry family, the brand is committed to equity and diversity, creating an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to the brand's vibrant community.