- Location
- 3205 OUTLET DR, SPC A60 (View map)Edinburgh, IN 46124USA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is an American lifestyle brand known for its playful, modern aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. The label is part of the Tapestry portfolio, which brings together several heritage fashion houses and provides global retail and operational scale. As an employer, Kate Spade emphasizes polished customer experiences, visual creativity and brand-driven merchandising within its stores.
Kate Spade New York seeks a Sales Associate to serve as a knowledgeable stylist and trusted advisor for customers seeking to express their personal style through the brand's distinctive collections. The successful candidate will engage guests with warmth and product expertise, provide personalized styling guidance, demonstrate versatility across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor, and drive sales through authentic customer connections while maintaining operational excellence in a fast-paced retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to identify customer needs and aesthetic preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks tailored to individual lifestyles
- Showcase multiple ways to wear products and encourage customers to explore new styles and express their personal aesthetic
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless, positive checkout experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits and building brand loyalty
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and deep brand knowledge
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Demonstrate proficiency with omni-channel and virtual selling techniques while maintaining social media awareness
- Lift, bend, kneel, and maneuver throughout the sales floor and stockroom as needed; ability to lift regularly up to 25 lbs., occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail sales environment
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively within a team setting
- Strong English proficiency
- Flexibility to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, peak seasons, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays
- Physical capability to lift, climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom environments
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail sales environment, preferably in fashion, accessories, or lifestyle categories.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Edinburgh, Indiana, USA, within easy reach of Louisville.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, and tuition assistance.
Culture
Kate Spade cultivates a spirited, design‑led retail culture that balances commercial discipline with creative presentation. Teams are expected to be collaborative, customer‑centric and brand‑savvy, working in fast‑paced boutique environments that prioritise service excellence and product storytelling.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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