Coach Temporary Sales Associate
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Coach
Coach is a premium American leather‑goods and lifestyle brand headquartered in New York City and part of the Tapestry, Inc. portfolio. The brand is recognised for contemporary luxury, artisanal craftsmanship and global retail operations spanning flagship stores and boutiques.
Coach — Temporary Sales Associate in New York, NY. Seasonal retail role delivering personalised client service and supporting merchandising and sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exemplary client service through proactive engagement, personalised recommendations and follow‑up clienteling.
- Achieve daily and weekly sales targets by converting traffic and maximising average transaction value.
- Operate POS systems accurately, process transactions, returns and maintain cash handling protocols.
- Support merchandising and visual presentation to brand standards, including replenishment and window dressing.
- Participate in inventory control tasks: receiving shipments, stock counts and loss-prevention procedures.
- Contribute to a collaborative store environment by supporting team priorities, floor moves and store events.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated customer service orientation with the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills; professional presentation appropriate to a luxury environment.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and peak seasonal periods.
- Reliable numeracy for cash handling and basic sales reconciliation.
- Ability to stand and be active on the sales floor for extended periods and to assist with light physical merchandising tasks.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level to 1–2 years of retail or customer-facing sales experience; prior experience with luxury or premium brands preferred but not required.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Coach fosters a high‑energy, customer-centric retail culture that values craftsmanship, creativity and professional development. Store teams operate in a fast-paced environment that emphasises teamwork, personalised service and adherence to brand standards.
About Cerulean
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