Coach Sales Associate
- Location
- Williamsburg Virginia USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Coach
Coach is an American luxury fashion house known for leather goods, accessories and ready-to-wear, operating globally through owned and franchised retail locations. The brand is part of Tapestry, Inc., a parent company that houses several lifestyle and luxury labels. Coach emphasizes craftsmanship, modern design and accessible luxury across its retail network.
Sales Associate at Coach luxury fashion retail location in Williamsburg, Virginia. This front-line role delivers elevated, personalized shopping experiences while meeting personal and store sales goals and supporting daily operations. The position blends luxury-retail service, omni-channel selling, and team collaboration to drive brand loyalty and revenue through client relationship building, product expertise, and omni-channel sales strategies including social selling and clienteling tools.
Role & Responsibilities
- Represent Coach as a brand ambassador, adhering to Coach Guide to Style and Service standards
- Build lasting client relationships through personalized styling, product expertise, and fashion advice
- Drive sales through cross-selling, upselling, and tailored recommendations aligned with personal and team KPIs
- Utilize mobile POS, clienteling tools, and social selling platforms to capture customer data and encourage repeat purchases
- Develop and execute personal sales plans; meet or exceed individual and team key performance indicators
- Source new customers, maintain relationships, and follow up strategically to close sales
- Maintain high energy on the sales floor, manage multiple customers simultaneously, and adapt selling techniques to business needs
- Complete daily operational tasks including cash wrap, inventory processing, replenishment, and visual merchandising while maintaining service standards
- Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked sales floor and stockroom in compliance with retail policies, POS procedures, and asset protection protocols
- Process transactions efficiently including purchases, returns, exchanges, and online order pickups
- Support inventory cycles by receiving shipments, stocking shelves, and managing product movement
- Assist teammates across functional areas as required and foster a collaborative, trust-based team environment
- Participate in brand initiatives, training programs, and inclusion activities
- Welcome feedback, adapt behaviors, and maintain calm, professional demeanor under pressure
Qualifications
- 1+ years of sales experience, preferably in luxury retail
- Proficiency with POS systems, mobile POS technology, iPad and laptop operation
- Basic computer literacy and ability to read price sheets and release documentation
- Strong English language proficiency
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, peak seasons, and high-traffic retail days
- Ability to lift 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally; ability to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- Knowledge of current fashion trends and competitive landscape
Skills
Experience
1+ years of sales experience in a retail setting, preferably within luxury fashion. Knowledge of fashion trends, competitive products, and consumer preferences is essential. Familiarity with live-stream shopping, video demonstrations, and data acquisition techniques is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; a combination of education and relevant sales experience will be considered.
Workplace
This position is based in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, and tuition assistance.
Culture
Coach’s retail environment blends heritage craftsmanship with contemporary design, fostering a client-first culture and aesthetic rigor. The workplace is fast-paced and customer-centric, offering structured training and development pathways typical of a global luxury brand within the Tapestry portfolio.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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