Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- MashantucketConnecticutUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 14, 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 New York Sales Associate in Mashantucket, CT. Part-time retail position offering styling expertise, product knowledge, and customer engagement.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating exceptional product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and style preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary add-ons, and create complete coordinated looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear and style products, encouraging customers to explore new aesthetics
- Guide customers through purchase decisions with consultative expertise and ensure seamless checkout experiences
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and brand knowledge
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS transactions
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting repeat visits and building brand loyalty
- Work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and peak retail days including public holidays
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a retail or luxury retail environment
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively within a team setting
- English proficiency or local market language proficiency
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally) and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- Flexibility to work variable schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak trading periods
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Demonstrated success in customer-facing sales roles and familiarity with luxury lifestyle brands is preferred. Experience with omnichannel and virtual selling techniques is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Workplace
This position is based in Mashantucket, Connecticut, USA, within easy reach of Providence.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 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 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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