Kate Spade Assistant Store Manager

St. Augustine • USA

Monday, February 24, 2025

Kate Spade New York, a vibrant and globally recognized lifestyle brand, is renowned for its colorful, bold, and optimistic designs. Since its inception in 1993, the brand has expanded its offerings to include handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor, among others. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, Kate Spade New York is committed to innovation, inclusivity, and a celebration of communities worldwide. Tapestry, a global house of brands, champions equity, inclusion, and diversity, fostering an environment where creativity and optimism thrive.

1. Develop business-driving initiatives to build repeat business and attract new customers.
2. Communicate and achieve store productivity targets, including sales per hour and capture rate.
3. Ensure completion of sales training programs and development of strong product knowledge across all categories.
4. Model and supervise the selling environment, providing consistent coaching on sales training processes.
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 in achieving 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 and philosophy 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 managing register funds and securing the facility.
14. Assist in maintaining payroll budgets 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. 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 with effective communication skills at all organizational levels.
3. Ability to analyze selling reports, identify business trends, and react quickly to business needs.
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.

College degree preferred.

Base pay range from $22.00 to $30.50 per hour.

Kate Spade offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Kate Spade New York fosters a culture of optimistic femininity, celebrating confident women with a youthful spirit. As part of the Tapestry family, the brand is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, creating an environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged.