Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- Grove CityPennsylvaniaUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 5, 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 in Grove City, Pennsylvania – part-time retail styling role with comprehensive training and benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer aesthetic preferences and lifestyle needs
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest complementary items, and create complete looks that encourage customer exploration
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout transactions
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS system proficiency
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, compelling storytelling, and product knowledge
- Give and receive feedback in a constructive, honest manner to support continuous improvement
- Execute flexible scheduling to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail periods
- Reinforce customer choices and foster loyalty by inviting customers to return
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- English proficiency
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally)
- Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment required.
Workplace
This position is based in Grove City, Pennsylvania, USA, within easy reach of Pittsburgh.
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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