Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- ChesterfieldMissouriUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 10, 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.
Kate Spade Sales Associate, part-time retail position in Chesterfield, Missouri at St. Louis Premium Outlets. $15–$19.25 per hour.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customers and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand individual aesthetic preferences and lifestyle needs
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear and style products, encouraging customers to explore new possibilities
- Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, building brand loyalty and encouraging return visits
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections and persuasive brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Give and receive feedback constructively within team settings
- Demonstrate awareness of social media trends and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience working in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a dynamic team setting
- Fluency in English or local language proficiency per market
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom environments
- Availability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, high-traffic retail days, and peak seasons as required by business needs
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail or customer-facing sales environment is required.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Chesterfield, Missouri, USA, within easy reach of St. Louis.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.25 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, and 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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