Kate Spade Associate III
Kate Spade New York seeks an Associate III — luxury retail sales role focused on clienteling, merchandising and POS operations.
Overview
Kate Spade is a contemporary American lifestyle brand celebrated for its playful yet sophisticated approach to fashion and accessories. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, the label operates within a global luxury retail network that emphasizes design-led product, elevated customer experience and cross-brand operational standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalized client service and build long-term relationships through proactive clienteling and follow-up.
- Achieve and exceed individual and store sales targets while maintaining high conversion and average transaction values.
- Maintain visual merchandising and presentation standards to reflect brand aesthetics, including window and floor displays.
- Operate point-of-sale systems, process transactions, manage returns/exchanges, and ensure accurate cash handling.
- Support inventory management: receiving, stock replenishment, cycle counts and loss-prevention procedures.
- Coach and mentor junior sales staff as required and contribute to in-store training and product knowledge sessions.
- Participate in store events, private client appointments and localized marketing initiatives to drive footfall and loyalty.
Qualifications
- Proven success in retail sales, preferably within a premium or luxury fashion brand.
- Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills with a client-focused attitude.
- Strong numeracy and cash-handling integrity; ability to operate POS systems accurately.
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and peak retail periods.
- Professional presentation and thorough product knowledge; ability to learn seasonal assortments quickly.
Skills
Experience
Typically 2+ years of retail sales experience with a demonstrated track record in meeting sales targets; prior experience in luxury or premium fashion retail and some mentoring responsibility preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary coursework or diploma in retail, fashion or business preferred but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 1.629 open roles in New York, including 1154 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 1.748 active listings on Cerulean, 1172 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.470 open positions, with 1322 posted this week.
Culture
Kate Spade cultivates a creative, design-driven workplace where product storytelling and elevated client service are central. The retail environment prizes collaboration, attention to detail and a polished brand presentation, with opportunities to grow within Tapestry’s global luxury retail organization.
About Cerulean
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