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
- Aug 15, 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 position in Mashantucket, Connecticut; part-time retail styling role with $15.00–$19.50/hr and benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and styling preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks that align with customer aesthetics
- Showcase multiple ways to wear products using creativity and brand storytelling to encourage exploration of new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections and authentic brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting repeat visits and building lasting relationships
- Give and receive feedback in a constructive manner to support continuous improvement
- Work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and public holidays
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a retail sales environment
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
- Strong product knowledge and ability to learn complex category information quickly
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), and to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver the sales floor and stockroom
- English proficiency or local language proficiency per market
Skills
Experience
Professional selling experience in a retail environment, with demonstrated ability to build customer relationships and drive sales through consultative engagement.
Workplace
This position is based in Mashantucket, Connecticut, USA.
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, and 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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