Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 6, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand within the Tapestry portfolio, recognized for its colorful, optimistic design language across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. As part of Tapestry, the brand emphasizes inclusive culture, creative thinking and commercial rigor while delivering seasonal collections and elevated retail experiences.
Kate Spade seeks a part-time Sales Associate in Honolulu, HI (Royal Hawaiian) to deliver styling-led customer service and drive sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and establish rapport, demonstrating thorough product knowledge and brand storytelling.
- Provide personalised styling advice, assemble complete outfits and suggest complementary add-ons to create sellable looks.
- Actively listen and ask insightful questions to identify customer needs and guide purchasing decisions.
- Drive sales through consultative selling, relationship building and compelling visual presentation of merchandise.
- Execute POS transactions accurately and ensure a seamless checkout experience.
- Maintain operational excellence: organise stockroom, replenish sales floor, perform inventory procedures and visual merchandising tasks.
- Adopt omni-channel and virtual selling practices, engaging customers via social media and digital touchpoints when required.
- Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, peak retail seasons and public holidays; assist with loss prevention and store safety procedures.
- Perform physical tasks as needed, including regular lifting up to 25 lbs and occasional lifting to 50 lbs, bending, climbing and stockroom manoeuvres.
Qualifications
- Proven professional selling skills with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior retail experience; luxury, boutique, or branded retail experience preferred.
- Comfortable multitasking, prioritising workload and collaborating within a team environment.
- Familiarity with social media and willingness to learn omni/virtual selling techniques.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Ability to lift regularly at least 25 lbs and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required; experience in luxury or boutique retail and demonstrated selling results are strongly preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; additional retail, fashion or styling coursework is a plus.
Workplace
This position is based in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 24.25 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 fosters a creative, optimistic workplace rooted in distinctive brand DNA and community celebration. As part of Tapestry, the employer champions inclusion, equity and professional development while encouraging bold ideas and customer-centric retail excellence.
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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