Kate Spade Sales Advisor
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 25, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand known for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic and accessible luxury across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home categories. The brand is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of fashion brands, and operates with an emphasis on creativity, inclusivity and customer-centric retail experiences.
Kate Spade — Sales Associate in Waterloo, NY (Waterloo Premium Outlets). Part-time retail styling role; $15.00–$19.50/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome guests warmly and build rapport through active listening and consultative questioning to understand individual style and needs.
- Provide personalised styling advice and create complete looks that integrate Kate Spade products across categories.
- Drive sales through storytelling, product knowledge and suggestive selling, including add-ons and complete-look recommendations.
- Demonstrate multiple ways to wear and use products to inspire customers and encourage exploration of new styles.
- Execute efficient POS transactions and maintain operational excellence—stockroom organization, merchandising and inventory handling.
- Ensure a seamless checkout experience and follow-up to reinforce customer choices and invite repeat visits.
- Contribute to team performance by giving and receiving constructive feedback and supporting omni-channel selling initiatives.
- Perform physical tasks required for retail operations, including regular lifting (minimum 25 lbs) and occasional heavier loads (up to 50 lbs).
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior experience in a retail environment; demonstrated success in customer-facing sales roles preferred.
- Comfort with multitasking, prioritizing workload and collaborating effectively within a team.
- Social media awareness and willingness to adopt omnichannel and virtual selling techniques.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, peak seasons and public holidays, and to perform required physical duties.
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment with demonstrated professional selling skills; experience in styling, visual merchandising or boutique fashion retail is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework in retail, fashion or merchandising is a plus.
Workplace
This position is based in Waterloo, New York, USA, within easy reach of Rochester.
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, Tuition assistance.
Culture
Kate Spade cultivates a vibrant, optimistic workplace rooted in creativity and customer focus. As part of Tapestry, the brand emphasizes inclusivity, development and collaborative retail environments where employees are encouraged to be authentic and customer-centric.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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