Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- LivermoreCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 9, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand known for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. The label is part of Tapestry, Inc., a multi-brand house that emphasizes creativity, inclusivity and consumer-centric innovation.
Kate Spade New York — Part-time Sales Associate in Livermore, CA at San Francisco Premium Outlets. Join a creative, customer-focused retail team.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome and engage guests warmly, demonstrating authoritative product knowledge and brand storytelling.
- Conduct consultative styling sessions: listen, ask incisive questions, propose add-ons and create complete looks tailored to the customer.
- Demonstrate multiple ways to wear and integrate Kate Spade product into customers’ wardrobes to drive exploration and conversion.
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and execute efficient, accurate POS transactions to ensure a seamless checkout experience.
- Maintain operational standards: stockroom organization, inventory replenishment, visual presentation and loss-prevention practices.
- Foster repeat business by reinforcing customer choices and delivering a memorable, service-led experience.
- Leverage omni-channel and virtual selling techniques and social media awareness to support sales objectives.
- Support team performance through constructive feedback, flexibility during peak retail periods and adherence to store scheduling needs.
- Perform routine physical tasks including lifting and moving merchandise (regularly to 25 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs).
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with excellent interpersonal and verbal communication abilities.
- Prior experience in a retail environment, preferably in fashion or lifestyle brands.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Comfortable learning and applying omni-channel/virtual selling techniques and basic social media engagement.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and high-traffic retail days.
Skills
Experience
Prior retail sales experience is required; candidates with fashion-oriented or customer-styling experience are preferred. Demonstrable track record of consultative selling and meeting sales targets is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; retail, fashion or visual merchandising coursework or certifications preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Livermore, California, USA — conveniently close to San Francisco.
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 New York cultivates a playful, design-forward culture that prizes creativity, optimism and customer obsession. As part of Tapestry, the brand emphasizes inclusivity, development and a collaborative workplace where candid feedback and learning are encouraged.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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