Kate Spade Assistant Store Manager

Ontario • USA

Thursday, February 20, 2025

Kate Spade New York, a vibrant and globally recognized lifestyle brand, is renowned for its colorful and optimistic designs across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor. As part of the Tapestry Inc. portfolio, Kate Spade is committed to innovation, inclusivity, and the celebration of confident women worldwide. Tapestry Inc. is a global house of brands dedicated to pushing boundaries and fostering a diverse and equitable workplace.

1. Develop business-driving initiatives to build repeat business and attract new customers.
2. Communicate and achieve store productivity targets, including sales per hour, average dollar transaction, and unit per transaction.
3. Ensure all associates complete sales training and develop strong product knowledge across all categories.
4. Model and supervise the selling environment, providing consistent coaching on sales training processes to ensure the highest level of customer service and sales.
5. Assist the Store Manager in achieving financial success through measurable results that positively impact store performance.
6. Assume the Store Manager role in their absence and lead by example to achieve personal sales goals.
7. Educate the team on sales plans and personal goals, and coach to ensure business is maximized.
8. Network within the community to fill open positions efficiently with minimal business impact.
9. Conduct ongoing reviews and assessments of employee performance.
10. Communicate merchandise sell-through, stock position, business trends, product issues, and customer feedback to the Store Manager to enhance customer service and sales.
11. Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures, including counting register funds and completing bank deposits.
12. Assist the Store Manager in maintaining payroll budget by managing schedules and making necessary adjustments.
13. Monitor and follow company policies and procedures with a focus on loss prevention.
14. Manage the processing of all POS transactions to maintain inventory integrity.

1. Minimum 3 years of management experience in a comparable retail environment.
2. College degree preferred.
3. Prior luxury goods experience preferred.

1. Professional sales development and exceptional interpersonal skills.
2. Strong leadership qualities and effective communication skills.
3. Ability to analyze selling reports and identify business trends.
4. Comfortable making decisions and mediating conflict within a team environment.
5. Proficient in Windows-based software such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.

A minimum of three years of management experience in a comparable retail environment is required, with a preference for experience in luxury goods.

College degree preferred.

Base pay range from $22.50 to $37.25 per hour.

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and employee discounts.

Kate Spade fosters a culture of optimism, innovation, and inclusivity, celebrating confident women with a youthful spirit. As part of the Tapestry family, the company is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive.