Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- 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 — Sales Associate in New York. Deliver luxury client service, exceed sales targets and support boutique operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalised client service and cultivate long-term relationships through proactive clienteling and follow-up.
- Consistently achieve and exceed individual and store sales targets and KPIs through consultative selling and strategic upselling.
- Maintain boutique standards of visual merchandising, product presentation and brand storytelling to reflect seasonal directives.
- Execute accurate point-of-sale transactions, returns and exchanges while ensuring compliance with cash-handling and loss-prevention procedures.
- Manage stockroom activities including receiving, inventory control, replenishment and cycle counts.
- Support store operations including opening/closing procedures, floor moves and administrative tasks.
- Provide product knowledge and styling advice across categories and participate in client events and trunk shows.
- Mentor or coach junior sales staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in business, fashion or retail preferred.
- 2+ years of customer-facing retail experience, preferably within luxury or premium brands; demonstrable sales performance.
- Proven ability to meet sales targets and work to measurable KPIs.
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and peak retail periods.
- Right to work in the United States (if based in New York) and ability to perform retail duties on the sales floor.
Skills
Experience
Preferably 2+ years of progressive retail experience in luxury or premium segments with a verifiable sales record; experience mentoring colleagues or leading small teams is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in business, fashion or related field preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
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
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