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 retail environment
• Drive omni-channel and virtual selling initiatives; manage client engagement through client books, personalized outreach, and loyalty programs
• Empower the team to personalize customer experiences and resolve issues effectively while capturing customer data for marketing
• Recruit, onboard, develop diverse talent, and manage performance through coaching and clear goal-setting aligned to KPIs (traffic, conversion, UPT, AUR)
• Act as Store Leader in their absence; foster an inclusive, motivating culture and build community networks for recruiting
• Own store sales forecasts and action plans; inspire the team to exceed performance standards across all selling channels
• Champion Kate Spade's aesthetic and brand standards; execute visual directives and maintain an impeccable store environment
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and facility security; manage schedules and payroll budgets
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety, loss prevention, and inventory management standards including cycle counts and shipment accuracy
• Manage live stream shopping sessions and leverage social media trends to drive customer engagement and brand awareness

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle retail, or comparable environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and retail management systems
• Demonstrated ability to analyze selling reports, identify market trends, and respond with agility
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, peak seasons, and public holidays
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally; capability to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom

Skills

Experience

2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle retail, or comparable environment. A combination of relevant education and professional experience may be considered.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; a combination of education and retail management experience will be considered.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 18.50 to USD 31.50 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.