Kate Spade Sales Associate

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Kate Spade — New York, NY: Sales Associate position to deliver luxury client service and drive boutique sales at a flagship location.

Overview

Kate Spade is a globally recognised luxury lifestyle and accessories brand noted for whimsical yet sophisticated design. As part of the Tapestry group, the brand operates within a portfolio of premium fashion houses and combines creative product storytelling with rigorous retail and client-service standards.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional, personalised client experiences that reflect the Kate Spade brand and drive repeat business.
  • Achieve individual and store sales targets through active selling, upselling, and effective clienteling.
  • Manage daily boutique operations including point-of-sale transactions, cash handling, and accurate processing of returns and exchanges.
  • Execute visual merchandising and product presentation to brand standards, including merchandising resets and seasonal floor moves.
  • Maintain accurate stock levels: receive, organise, and replenish inventory; support loss-prevention procedures.
  • Build and maintain client records and follow-up activity to grow a loyal customer base.
  • Collaborate with the store team and leadership to support promotional events, private appointments, and in-store initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Proven track record in retail sales with demonstrated ability to meet or exceed targets, preferably within premium or luxury fashion.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills with a client-focused demeanour.
  • Availability to work retail hours including weekends, evenings, and peak trading periods.
  • Professional appearance and ability to represent the brand aesthetic.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to stand and move across the sales floor for extended periods.

Skills

Clienteling and relationship development Visual merchandising and product presentation Point-of-sale (POS) operation and cash handling Inventory control and stock replenishment Sales techniques including upselling and closing Loss-prevention awareness

Experience

At least 2 years of retail sales experience, ideally within luxury, contemporary fashion, or accessories brands, with a proven sales performance history.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; retail- or fashion-related vocational training preferred.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA. 1.629 luxury roles are listed in New York on Cerulean, 1154 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the New York region, Cerulean lists 1.748 open positions — 1172 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 3.470 open roles in USA, including 1322 added in the last 48 hours.

Culture

Kate Spade cultivates a creative, client-centric retail culture that values personality, attention to detail, and collaborative teamwork. Working within the Tapestry family, employees encounter structured retail excellence alongside opportunities for skill development in brand storytelling and client service.

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.