Kate Spade Sales Associate III
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a global lifestyle brand known for its modern, feminine aesthetic and iconic accessories, handbags and ready-to-wear. Operating as part of the Tapestry portfolio, the label combines playful design with elevated craftsmanship and maintains a broad international retail footprint across flagship stores and luxury department retailers.
Kate Spade — Sales Associate III in New York, NY. Join a luxury retail team to drive client relationships and sales at a flagship location.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalized client service and build lasting relationships through proactive clienteling and follow-up.
- Consistently meet and exceed individual and store sales targets through expert product knowledge and persuasive selling techniques.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards, ensuring window displays and in-store presentation reflect brand guidelines.
- Execute point-of-sale transactions accurately, manage cash handling and process returns according to policy.
- Oversee stockroom organization, receive and replenishment of inventory, and participate in inventory counts and loss-prevention procedures.
- Support store operations including opening/closing procedures, shift coordination and ad-hoc administrative tasks.
- Coach and mentor junior sales staff; contribute to a collaborative team environment and share best practices to drive performance.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years' experience in luxury or premium retail sales, with a demonstrable record of meeting sales targets.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; confident presenting product benefits and styling recommendations.
- Strong clienteling capability, including follow-up, appointment setting and relationship management.
- Availability to work retail hours including evenings, weekends and peak holiday periods.
- High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or tertiary education in fashion, retail or commerce preferred.
Skills
Experience
Minimum two years’ experience in luxury or premium retail environments, with demonstrated success in client acquisition, retention and meeting sales objectives.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; tertiary qualification in fashion, retail or business preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
The Kate Spade retail environment emphasizes creative expression, thoughtful service and polished presentation. Staff are expected to deliver elevated customer experiences while adhering to exacting brand standards; career progression is available within the broader Tapestry group for high performers.
About Cerulean
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