- Location
- 139 Quaker Bridge Mall, Space 1030 (View map)Lawrenceville, NJ 08648USA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
About Coach
Founded in New York in 1941, Coach is a modern American luxury house celebrated for its leather craftsmanship, effortless style, and optimistic spirit. As an employer, the brand offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet across design, retail, merchandising, digital, and corporate functions. Coach values creativity, inclusivity, and personal growth, encouraging teams to bring authentic perspectives to a global business with a distinctly New York attitude. Guided by its commitment to quality, self-expression, and responsible progress, Coach provides opportunities for talent to shape meaningful customer experiences while contributing to the continued evolution of an iconic lifestyle brand.
Coach is seeking a Temporary Sales Associate for a part-time role in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. The associate delivers personalized service, builds client relationships and drives sales while supporting daily store operations, inventory, and team performance; base pay is $15.00–$19.50, with benefits including insurance, 401(k), paid parental leave, commuter benefits and tuition assistance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Represent Coach as a brand ambassador and follow 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.
- Use mobile POS, clienteling tools and social-selling platforms, including short-form video, to capture client data and encourage repeat purchases.
- Develop and execute personal sales plans and meet or exceed individual and team KPIs.
- Source new customers, maintain relationships and follow up to close sales.
- Maintain high energy on the sales floor, manage multiple customers and adapt selling techniques to business needs.
- Complete daily operational tasks, including cash wrap, inventory processing, replenishment and visual merchandising, while maintaining service standards.
- Keep the sales floor and stockroom clean, organized and stocked; follow retail policies, POS procedures and asset-protection procedures.
- Process purchases, returns, exchanges and online pickups efficiently.
- Support inventory cycles by receiving shipments, stocking shelves and managing product movement.
- Assist teammates in functional areas as required.
- Foster a collaborative, trust-based environment and encourage team performance.
- Participate in brand initiatives, training programs and inclusion activities.
- Welcome feedback, adapt behaviors and maintain a calm, professional demeanor.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of sales experience; luxury retail experience is preferred. Knowledge of fashion trends and competitors is required. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Experience operating POS systems; basic computer proficiency, including iPad, laptop and Mobile POS; walkie-talkie use; and ability to read price and release sheets.
- Strong English proficiency.
- Luxury retail background, social media savvy, experience with live-stream shopping or video demonstrations, and clienteling and data-acquisition skills are preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, peak busy season and high-traffic retail days, including public holidays.
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally, and to climb, bend, kneel and maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom.
Skills
Experience
At least 1 year of sales experience; luxury retail preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of Philadelphia.
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Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k); paid paternity and maternity leave; commuter benefits; tuition assistance.
Culture
Coach fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where teams are encouraged to bring authenticity, craftsmanship, and modern optimism to everything they do. As part of a global fashion house with a strong New York heritage, it offers a collaborative environment that values innovation, diversity, and personal growth.
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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