- Location
- Banning California USA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is an internationally recognised lifestyle brand celebrated for its playful, contemporary aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. As part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand operates global retail boutiques and emphasizes distinctive client experiences, creative merchandising and a culture rooted in design-led storytelling.
Kate Spade New York seeks a Sales Associate to serve as a trusted advisor who assists customers in discovering their personal style and selecting products that complement their lifestyle. The Sales Associate will provide expert styling guidance, demonstrate deep product knowledge across all categories, and create complete looks while maintaining operational excellence and fostering meaningful customer connections to drive sales results.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary add-ons, and create complete looks tailored to customer aesthetic
- Use creativity to showcase multiple styling options and encourage customers to explore new styles and products
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and relationship-building
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Demonstrate flexibility to work nights, weekends, busy seasonal periods, and high-traffic retail days
- Lift and maneuver merchandise and materials regularly (up to 25 lbs regularly, 50 lbs occasionally)
- Give and receive feedback constructively and demonstrate openness to continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- English proficiency
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom environments
- Flexibility to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required; background in luxury or lifestyle retail is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Banning, California, USA, with easy access to Los Angeles.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 24.25 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 cultivates a vibrant, design-forward retail culture that prizes creativity, attention to detail and warm client engagement. Teams operate in a fast-paced boutique environment where performance and brand stewardship are equally valued.
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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