Kate Spade Luxury Sales Specialist
- Location
- ElizabethNew JerseyUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 19, 2026
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.
Kate Spade New York hiring Luxury Sales Specialist in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Bilingual, full-time retail position with $15.00–$19.50/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet and engage guests warmly, demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories including handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor
- Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand personal style preferences and lifestyle requirements
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks that encourage customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions, ensure a seamless checkout experience, and reinforce their choices to encourage repeat visits
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections, compelling brand storytelling, and deep knowledge of product attributes
- Maintain operational excellence including POS transactions, stockroom organization, and inventory management
- Demonstrate willingness to learn and apply omni-channel and virtual selling techniques, including social media awareness
- Provide and receive constructive feedback in an honest manner; work collaboratively with team members
- Perform physical tasks including regularly lifting up to 25 lbs (occasionally up to 50 lbs), climbing, bending, kneeling, and maneuvering the sales floor and stockroom
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail environment
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (or local language per market)
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced team setting
- Flexibility to work varying schedules including nights, weekends, public holidays, and peak retail periods
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Physical capability to regularly lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Demonstrated professional selling skills and success in customer-facing roles are essential.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; retail or luxury goods training a plus.
Workplace
The role is situated in Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA — conveniently close to New York.
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 parental leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, and 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Kate Spade, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Style Advisor», «Client Advisor», «Sales Associate», «Retail Specialist», «Fashion Consultant», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.