Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 11, 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 Sales Associate position in Gretna, Nebraska. Part-time retail role offering $15.00–$19.25/hour, benefits, and opportunities to provide styling expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all categories
- Listen actively and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer styling needs and lifestyle preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Showcase multiple ways to wear products creatively and encourage customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless, positive checkout experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting them to return and build brand loyalty
- Drive results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and deep brand knowledge
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS transactions
- Support omnichannel and virtual selling techniques with willingness to engage via social media
- Give and receive feedback constructively in a collaborative team environment
Qualifications
- Prior retail experience demonstrating sales ability and customer service excellence
- Professional communication and interpersonal skills with ability to relate to diverse customer demographics
- Strong multitasking ability with capacity to prioritize competing customer needs
- Flexibility to work varying schedules including nights, weekends, and high-traffic retail periods
- Physical capability to lift and carry items up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Ability to maneuver the sales floor and stockroom with ease, including climbing, bending, and kneeling
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment with demonstrated success in customer-facing sales roles.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Gretna, Nebraska, USA, within easy reach of Omaha.
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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