Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 8, 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 New York seeks a temporary sales associate in Clarksburg, Maryland to provide expert styling guidance and drive customer engagement in a dynamic retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor categories
- Actively listen to customer needs through insightful questioning and provide personalized styling advice to create complete looks
- Suggest complementary products and add-ons to enhance the customer experience and maximize sales
- Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure seamless checkout transactions
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, merchandise presentation, and point-of-sale transactions
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits and building brand loyalty
- Support omni-channel selling techniques and demonstrate social media awareness to enhance customer experience
- Work collaboratively with team members and provide constructive feedback in a professional manner
Qualifications
- Prior retail experience in a customer-facing environment
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced retail setting
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver the sales floor and stockroom
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and peak retail periods including public holidays
- English proficiency
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail environment with demonstrated customer engagement and sales capabilities
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Workplace
This position is based in Clarksburg, Maryland, United States of America, within easy reach of Washington, D.C..
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 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.
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