Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 7, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a globally recognised lifestyle brand celebrated for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. The maison is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands, and is known for a distinctive brand DNA that blends modern femininity with accessible luxury and community-focused storytelling.
Kate Spade New York seeks a part-time Sales Associate in Hershey, Pennsylvania (Tanger Outlets Hershey) to deliver styling-led customer experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome and engage customers with confident, informed service; build rapport through active listening and insightful questioning.
- Provide personalised styling advice and create complete looks that integrate Kate Spade products across categories.
- Drive sales through thoughtful product storytelling, suggest relevant add-ons, and close transactions efficiently at the point of sale.
- Demonstrate deep product knowledge and articulate brand heritage to elevate the customer experience.
- Maintain operational excellence including sales-floor presentation, stockroom organisation, inventory handling and POS accuracy.
- Adopt omni-channel and virtual selling techniques; support social media-led client engagement where required.
- Uphold visual merchandising and housekeeping standards, and assist with receiving, replenishment and loss-prevention activities.
- Perform physical tasks as required: regularly lift ~25 lbs (occasionally up to 50 lbs), bend, climb and manoeuvre within the retail environment.
Qualifications
- Proven professional selling skills with excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior experience in a retail environment; experience in styling or luxury accessory sales is advantageous.
- Comfortable multitasking and prioritising in a fast-paced team setting.
- Familiarity with omni-channel retailing and willingness to learn virtual selling approaches.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, peak retail periods and public holidays.
- Ability to safely lift and handle merchandise as described.
Skills
Experience
Prior retail experience is required; candidates with demonstrated success in sales, client styling, or luxury accessories retail are preferred. Specific years are not mandated but demonstrated competency in customer-facing retail roles is expected.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; retail, fashion or visual merchandising coursework or certifications are desirable.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA, with easy access to Harrisburg.
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, Tuition assistance
Culture
Kate Spade New York cultivates a playful, optimistic workplace that values creativity, inclusivity and a customer-centric ethos. As part of the Tapestry group, the brand emphasizes diversity, collaboration and development, encouraging employees to contribute ideas and grow within a supportive, design-led environment.
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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