Coach Sales Associate II
Coach Sales Associate II in New York — luxury retail role focused on clienteling, sales growth and store operations.
Overview
Coach is an American luxury fashion house known for leather goods, accessories and ready-to-wear, operating globally under the Tapestry, Inc. portfolio. The brand combines contemporary design with artisanal craftsmanship and positions itself as a premium lifestyle label with a strong retail footprint and emphasis on customer experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive and exceed individual sales targets and store KPIs through proactive client acquisition, conversion and retention.
- Develop personalised client relationships through clienteling, follow-up and post‑sale service to cultivate long‑term loyalty.
- Deliver an elevated in‑store experience consistent with brand standards, including styling consultations and product knowledge.
- Support visual merchandising and store presentation tasks to ensure displays reflect seasonal directives and commercial priorities.
- Assist with inventory control, stock replenishment and point‑of‑sale transactions while adhering to cash handling and loss prevention procedures.
- Act as a floor leader in the absence of senior staff: coach peers, prioritise tasks and maintain operational continuity.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of retail sales experience, preferably within luxury, premium or fashion brands.
- Demonstrable track record of meeting sales targets and building repeat clientele.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with polished presentation and etiquette appropriate to a luxury environment.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (or relevant hiring market).
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and peak retail periods.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of frontline retail experience, ideally with a luxury or premium fashion label; proven ability to manage client relationships, close sales and support store operations.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; post‑secondary study in fashion, retail or business is preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA. 1.625 luxury roles are listed in New York on Cerulean, 1148 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the New York region, Cerulean lists 1.746 open positions — 1169 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 3.480 open roles in USA, including 1337 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
Coach fosters a customer‑centric, design‑led workplace that values craftsmanship and commercial excellence. The retail environment prizes polished service, team collaboration and ongoing development within a global luxury portfolio (Tapestry, Inc.).
About Cerulean
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