Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- CarlsbadCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 7, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand renowned for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. As a member of the Tapestry portfolio, the house combines creative design with a global retail footprint and a commitment to inclusivity, equity and career development within a multi‑brand luxury group.
Kate Spade — Part‑time Sales Associate in Carlsbad, CA. Join the Carlsbad Premium Outlets team to deliver styling, client engagement and retail sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and establish immediate rapport, demonstrating authoritative product knowledge.
- Conduct consultative conversations to discover customer needs, offering styling advice and assembling complete looks.
- Suggest complementary items and add‑ons, using storytelling to drive conversion and average transaction value.
- Demonstrate multiple ways to wear and integrate Kate Spade products to inspire repeat purchase and brand loyalty.
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure an efficient, accurate checkout experience at the POS.
- Maintain operational excellence: manage stockroom organization, inventory replenishment and visual presentation.
- Adopt omni‑channel and virtual selling techniques; engage customers via social media and remote clienteling when appropriate.
- Provide and receive constructive feedback to support team performance and service consistency.
- Work a flexible schedule to cover nights, weekends, busy seasons and peak retail events; fulfil physical requirements including regular lifting.
Qualifications
- Demonstrable professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior retail experience, ideally within fashion or lifestyle brands.
- Proven ability to multi‑task, prioritize and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Comfortable using social media for customer engagement and willing to adopt omni‑channel selling practices.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required; candidates should demonstrate proven selling skills, client advisory experience and familiarity with styling or visual merchandising. Omni‑channel or virtual selling experience is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Carlsbad, California, USA, within easy reach of San Diego.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 24.25 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 fosters a creative, optimistic and customer‑centric culture that celebrates individuality and playful design. As part of Tapestry, the brand emphasizes inclusion, professional development and collaborative retail teams committed to delivering exceptional experiences.
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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