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
- Sep 16, 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 Sales Associate at Tanger Outlets Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT. Part-time retail styling role, $15–$19.50/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful questions to understand customer needs, preferences, and lifestyle
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear and coordinate products, encouraging customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless point-of-sale checkout experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices to build brand loyalty and encourage repeat visits
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, merchandise presentation, and accurate POS transactions
- Give and receive feedback in a constructive, professional manner to support continuous improvement
- Work flexible scheduling to meet business needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and high-traffic retail days
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience working in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team setting
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- English language proficiency
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds regularly (up to 50 pounds occasionally)
- Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom areas
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, busy seasons, and public holidays
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate professional selling ability, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to drive customer engagement and sales results in a fast-paced retail setting.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; no formal educational requirements specified.
Workplace
This position is based in Mashantucket, Connecticut, USA, within easy reach of Hartford.
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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