Kate Spade Retail Associate (Temporary)

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Location
USA
└New York
└New York
Employment
Temporary
Seniority
Entry-Level
Posted
Apr 1, 2026

About Kate Spade

Kate Spade is an American design house celebrated for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. The brand is part of Tapestry, Inc., and operates a global network of boutiques and wholesale partners. As an employer it emphasizes polished client service, distinctive visual merchandising and career mobility within a larger luxury lifestyle group.

Kate Spade in New York, NY seeks a Temporary Retail Associate to deliver elevated client service and support merchandising and sales in a flagship boutique.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver elevated, personalized client service to maximize sales and cultivate long-term relationships.
  • Meet or exceed individual and store sales targets through consultative selling and proactive outreach.
  • Operate the point-of-sale system, process transactions and accurately handle cash, cards and returns.
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards, ensuring product presentation, window displays and floor sets reflect brand guidelines.
  • Receive, replenish and organize stockroom inventory; participate in inventory counts and basic loss-prevention practices.
  • Support store operations during peak trading periods, including weekends, evenings and promotional events.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a clean, organized and welcoming boutique environment.

Qualifications

  • Availability for a temporary schedule including weekends, evenings and holiday periods.
  • Professional, polished appearance and strong interpersonal skills appropriate to a premium retail environment.
  • Basic numeracy and proven ability to perform accurate cash handling and POS transactions.
  • Authorization to work in the United States (if applicable) and reliability in attendance.
  • Prior retail or luxury sales experience preferred; seasonal or temporary retail experience advantageous.

Skills

Customer service and clienteling Visual merchandising and product presentation Cash handling and POS operation Stock replenishment and inventory control Loss-prevention awareness Strong verbal communication and active listening Team collaboration and adaptability in a fast-paced retail setting

Experience

Entry-level role; prior experience in retail or luxury sales is preferred but not required. Seasonal or temporary retail experience is advantageous.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; further education in retail, fashion or hospitality is a plus.

Workplace

The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.

Culture

The retail environment prioritizes a joyful, service-led approach that reflects the brand's playful aesthetic. Teams operate in a fast-paced, highly visual setting where collaboration, attention to detail and a client-first mentality are valued; strong performers may find development opportunities across Tapestry's portfolio.

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.

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