Coach Temporary Sales Support Associate
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Coach
Coach is a global luxury brand known for leather goods, accessories and ready-to-wear, operating as part of Tapestry, Inc. The brand combines contemporary design with heritage craftsmanship and maintains a worldwide retail network and wholesale presence. As an employer, Coach emphasizes brand-driven retail standards, client service excellence and professional development within a fast-paced luxury environment.
Coach, New York — Temporary Sales Support Associate. Join Coach's retail team to support store operations, client service and merchandising for a limited-term assignment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, client-focused service on the sales floor and at the point of sale, including greeting clients, advising on product selection and closing transactions.
- Support daily store operations: process stock intake, replenish floor merchandise, perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy.
- Execute visual merchandising standards and assist with window and floor refreshes to ensure brand presentation and selling readiness.
- Manage sales administration tasks such as POS operations, returns/exchanges, gift receipts and basic reconciliations.
- Assist with clienteling activities: update CRM notes, follow up on client requests and support appointment scheduling.
- Act as a flexible resource to cover peak periods, staff absences and special events, collaborating closely with lead sales staff and store management.
Qualifications
- Proven customer-service orientation with the ability to deliver polished, luxury-brand experiences.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work a flexible retail schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Strong numerical accuracy and cash-handling integrity.
- Professional presentation and adherence to brand grooming standards.
- Ability to lift and move stock and to stand for extended periods during a shift.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail or luxury sales experience is preferred; at least some customer-facing experience (e.g., 1+ year) or prior seasonal/temporary retail work is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; retail training or coursework in sales/merchandising is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Coach fosters a collaborative, client-centric retail culture that values craftsmanship, design and elevated service. The workplace is fast-paced and performance-driven while offering opportunities for skill development and internal mobility within Tapestry's global portfolio.
About Cerulean
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