Kate Spade Sales Associate
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- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is an American contemporary fashion brand known for its playful, modern aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, the label combines creative design sensibility with global retail operations and an emphasis on elevated customer experience.
Kate Spade Sales Associate in New York — join the retail team delivering luxury client service and driving sales in a flagship environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver an exceptional, personalized client experience that reflects Kate Spade’s brand standards and visual identity.
- Achieve and exceed individual and store sales targets through proactive clienteling and relationship development.
- Maintain and execute visual merchandising directives to preserve brand presentation and seasonal floor resets.
- Operate the point-of-sale system accurately, process transactions and manage cash handling procedures.
- Manage inventory activities including receiving, stock replenishment, cycle counts and shrink prevention.
- Use CRM tools to record client interactions, follow up on leads and nurture long-term client relationships.
- Collaborate with the store team to meet operational goals, support onboarding of new hires and assist with loss-prevention practices.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in premium or luxury retail sales, with a demonstrable record of meeting sales targets.
- Proven clienteling experience and the ability to build lasting relationships with high-value customers.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; polished presentation appropriate for a luxury environment.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule including evenings, weekends and peak holiday periods.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional retail or product training preferred.
Skills
Experience
Typically 2+ years of hands-on experience in premium or luxury retail sales with a consistent track record of achieving targets and cultivating repeat clients; experience mentoring peers or leading on-shift is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational retail or sales training a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Kate Spade cultivates a creative, design-led retail culture that prioritizes playful sophistication and elevated client service. The environment is customer-centric, collaborative and fast-paced, with an emphasis on product knowledge and visual presentation.
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