Kate Spade Retail Sales Representative

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Kate Spade in New York seeks a Temporary Retail Associate to deliver premium client service, maintain merchandising standards, and support store operations.

Overview

Kate Spade is a globally recognised lifestyle brand known for its playful, modern aesthetic across handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, Kate Spade operates a network of retail boutiques and wholesale partnerships worldwide and emphasizes design-led product curation, elevated customer service, and a vibrant brand identity.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional, personalised customer service and drive sales through proactive client engagement and product knowledge.
  • Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately, process transactions, returns, and gift receipts, and handle cash responsibly.
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards: ensure merchandise is presented according to brand guidelines, execute floor moves, and support windows and displays.
  • Replenish stock, conduct inventory counts, receive deliveries, and ensure stockroom organisation and replenishment flows.
  • Support loss-prevention procedures and maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming store environment.
  • Collaborate with store leadership on daily priorities, including opening/closing tasks, clienteling follow-ups, and promotional events.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Professional demeanour with polished presentation appropriate for a luxury retail environment.
  • Availability to work flexible retail hours including weekends, evenings, and holiday periods.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods, perform light lifting, and work on the shop floor for full shifts.

Skills

Clienteling and customer relationship management Visual merchandising and display maintenance Cash handling and POS operation Inventory replenishment and stockroom organisation Loss-prevention awareness and compliance Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

Entry-level role; prior retail or luxury sales experience preferred but not required. Candidates with 0–2 years of customer-facing retail experience and a demonstrated aptitude for sales and visual standards will be prioritized.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Workplace

This position is based in New York, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 1.625 open roles in New York, including 1148 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 1.746 active listings on Cerulean, 1169 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.480 open positions, with 1337 posted this week.

Culture

Kate Spade cultivates a creative, design-driven workplace where brand heritage and playfulness inform daily retail experiences. The retail culture emphasises teamwork, mentorship from store leadership, and a dedication to elevated client service consistent with a global luxury lifestyle brand.

About Cerulean

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