Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- Central ValleyNew YorkUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 7, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.
Sales Associate at Kate Spade, Central Valley, New York—part-time retail styling and sales role at premium outlet.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and confidently, demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer aesthetic and lifestyle needs
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple styling options and encourage customers to explore new interpretations of products
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless, engaging checkout experience
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Actively participate in omnichannel and virtual selling techniques, leveraging social media awareness
- Give and receive feedback constructively, supporting continuous personal and team improvement
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits and brand loyalty
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience working in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team structure
- Demonstrated social media awareness and willingness to learn virtual and omnichannel selling techniques
- Fluent English proficiency
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), and to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver the sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail environment is required.
Workplace
This position is based in Central Valley, New York, USA, within easy reach of New York City.
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 workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.
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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