Kate Spade Sales Associate
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About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a contemporary lifestyle and accessories brand known for its playful, colorful aesthetic and well-crafted handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. Operating as part of the Tapestry portfolio, the brand combines fashion-driven creativity with global retail expertise and offers career opportunities across boutique, wholesale and corporate functions.
Kate Spade in New York is hiring a Sales Associate to deliver luxury client service and drive boutique sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver elevated, personalized client service and create memorable in-store experiences that reflect Kate Spade’s brand DNA.
- Achieve and exceed individual and boutique sales targets through proactive selling and clienteling.
- Build and maintain a sustainable client base using follow-up, CRM tools and bespoke outreach.
- Maintain expert product knowledge across collections and translate features into lifestyle-led selling propositions.
- Execute visual merchandising standards and ensure boutique presentation meets brand guidelines.
- Process sales transactions, returns and exchanges accurately while adhering to loss-prevention and cash-handling procedures.
- Collaborate with the boutique team on inventory management, stock replenishment and promotional activities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years retail sales experience, preferably in fashion or luxury goods.
- Proven track record of delivering excellent client service and meeting sales targets.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with a diverse, high-value clientele.
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and peak retail periods.
- Professional presentation and a customer-focused, team-oriented attitude.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of customer-facing retail experience, ideally within a fashion or luxury environment, demonstrating consistent sales performance and client development.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in retail, fashion or hospitality is advantageous.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Kate Spade cultivates a vibrant, design-led retail culture that prizes creativity, attention to detail and a playful approach to luxury. As part of the Tapestry group, employees benefit from a collaborative environment with opportunities for cross-brand mobility and professional development.
About Cerulean
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