Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand celebrated for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic and playful approach to everyday luxury across handbags, ready-to-wear, footwear, jewelry and home. The brand is a member of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands that emphasizes inclusive culture, innovation, and cross‑brand collaboration.
Kate Spade seeks a part-time Sales Associate in Atlantic City, NJ. Join the Kate Spade boutique at Tanger Outlets as a client-focused stylist and retail professional.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and build rapport; assess customer needs through active listening and thoughtful questions.
- Provide personalised styling advice and assemble complete looks that integrate Kate Spade product categories.
- Drive sales through storytelling, effective product presentation and suggestive selling of add‑ons and complementary items.
- Deliver exceptional client service through omni‑channel engagement, including in‑store, virtual selling and social media touchpoints.
- Execute point‑of‑sale transactions accurately and ensure a seamless checkout experience.
- Maintain operational excellence: organise the sales floor and stockroom, conduct visual merchandising resets, and manage inventory replenishment.
- Accept and give constructive feedback; contribute to a collaborative team environment and store performance goals.
- Perform physical tasks required by retail operations, including lifting up to 25 lbs regularly (occasionally up to 50 lbs), bending, climbing and stockroom manoeuvring.
Qualifications
- Proven professional selling skills and strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior retail experience, preferably in fashion, accessories or lifestyle brands.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritise and work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Social media awareness and willingness to adopt omni‑channel and virtual selling techniques.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, peak retail periods and public holidays as required.
- Ability to safely lift and handle merchandise as described in the job posting.
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail sales environment is required; experience with fashion or accessory brands and demonstrated sales results are preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; additional coursework or certification in fashion, merchandising or retail sales is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA, with easy access to Philadelphia.
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 New York fosters a vibrant, customer‑centric retail culture rooted in optimism, creativity and inclusivity. As part of Tapestry, the workplace emphasises collaboration, professional development and a commitment to equity and diversity across teams.
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
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