Kate Spade Assistant Store Leader

About Kate Spade

Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.

Role & Responsibilities

• Model Kate Spade service behaviors and selling standards; lead a high-energy, client-focused environment on the sales floor
• Drive omni-channel and virtual selling initiatives; manage clienteling through client books, outreach, and loyalty programs
• Recruit, onboard, and develop diverse talent; provide coaching, manage underperformance, and act as Store Leader in their absence
• Own store sales plans and forecasts; create action plans to address business opportunities and exceed performance standards
• Champion Kate Spade's aesthetic and philosophy; maintain brand and operating standards while executing visual directives
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling, inventory management, and facility security
• Manage team schedules and payroll budgets; adjust staffing to meet business needs and ensure compliance with policies
• Analyze selling reports and market data; identify trends and react quickly to optimize strategies
• Manage live stream shopping sessions and leverage social media trends to drive customer engagement
• Lead customer data capture to support marketing initiatives and repeat business development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle, or comparable environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experience with retail point-of-sale systems
• Ability to analyze selling reports, identify trends, and respond with agility
• Strong English language proficiency
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally; capacity to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom

Skills

Experience

2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle, or a comparable retail environment; demonstrated success in leading teams, driving sales performance, and executing operational excellence.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; a combination of relevant retail education and hands-on management experience will be considered.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 25 to CAD 35 per hour.

Benefits

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, tuition assistance

Culture

Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.

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.