Kate Spade

Store Manager

Kate Spade New York, launched in 1993, is a global lifestyle brand known for its colorful, bold, and optimistic designs. It offers a wide range of products including handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, Kate Spade is committed to innovation, inclusivity, and celebrating communities of women worldwide.

1. Develop business initiatives to build repeat business and attract new customers.
2. Achieve store productivity targets including sales per hour, average dollar transaction, units per transaction, and capture rate.
3. Ensure completion of sales training programs and develop strong product knowledge across all categories.
4. Model and supervise the selling environment, providing consistent coaching on sales training processes.
5. Achieve financial success through improvement of measurable statistics impacting store performance.
6. Hire, train, and motivate a qualified sales team.
7. Provide development for assistant managers and supervisors with consistent follow-up and feedback.
8. Perform annual performance evaluations and quarterly reviews of employee goals.
9. Network and create positive relationships in the community to generate business and brand awareness.
10. Attend company management meetings.
11. Communicate the brand aesthetic, philosophy, and lifestyle to the sales team and customers.
12. Implement visual merchandising directives and maintain visual standards.
13. Analyze and react to business trends regarding assortment and communicate sell-through and stock levels.
14. Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures.
15. Conduct regular store meetings for accurate and consistent communication.
16. Maintain payroll budget and weekly hours for appropriate sales floor coverage.
17. Supervise operational responsibilities for timely and accurate processing of markdowns, transfers, and inventory.
18. Oversee loss prevention policies to ensure compliance.

1. Minimum 3 years management experience in luxury goods or 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. Decision-making and conflict mediation in a team environment
5. Proficiency in Windows-based software such as Excel, Word, and Outlook

Minimum 3 years management experience in luxury goods or a comparable retail environment.

College degree preferred.

Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to hiring and developing the best people.

Kate Spade New York promotes a culture of optimism, inclusivity, and innovation. The company values diversity and is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace.