Kate Spade Part-Time Sales Associate
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a global contemporary lifestyle brand known for its modern, colorful aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. Operated as part of the Tapestry portfolio, the brand combines heritage design with commercial retail discipline and offers opportunities to work within an internationally scaled luxury-fashion group.
Kate Spade in New York seeks a Part-Time Sales Associate to deliver elevated client service and support retail operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalised client service consistent with Kate Spade’s brand tone and visual identity.
- Achieve individual and store sales targets through proactive client engagement, upselling and follow-up.
- Manage point-of-sale transactions, returns and exchanges accurately while maintaining cash-handling protocols.
- Execute daily visual merchandising standards and maintain immaculate product presentation on the shop floor.
- Support inventory processes including receiving, replenishment, stock counts and loss-prevention procedures.
- Participate in store events, clienteling activities and local marketing initiatives to grow the customer base.
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment and cover flexible shifts including weekends, evenings and holidays.
Qualifications
- Proven ability to deliver outstanding customer service in a retail environment.
- Flexible availability to work part-time hours, including weekends, evenings and peak seasonal periods.
- Comfort with transactional responsibilities and basic numeracy for cash handling and sales reporting.
- Professional presentation and a clear affinity for fashion and lifestyle merchandising.
- Legal right to work in the hiring country.
Skills
Experience
Typically 1+ years of retail sales experience; luxury or premium brand retail experience preferred but not mandatory. Training in brand standards and product knowledge is usually provided.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; further study in fashion, retail or hospitality is advantageous but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a creative, customer-focused retail culture that values individuality and polished service. As part of the Tapestry group, employees benefit from structured retail career pathways and cross-brand learning opportunities within a global luxury portfolio.
About Cerulean
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