Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- North Charleston South Carolina USA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.
A Sales Associate at Kate Spade New York supports customers in discovering and expressing their personal style through expert styling guidance and product recommendations. The role combines strong interpersonal engagement with commercial acumen, requiring the incumbent to drive sales through authentic customer relationships, demonstrate comprehensive product knowledge across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, and accessories, and maintain operational excellence in stockroom organization and point-of-sale transactions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and establish strong rapport, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of Kate Spade's brand heritage and product attributes
- Actively listen to customer needs and provide insightful styling advice, suggesting complementary products and creating complete looks tailored to individual aesthetics
- Guide customers through purchase decisions with confidence, ensure seamless checkout experiences, and reinforce purchase choices to encourage brand loyalty
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Demonstrate proficiency with omni-channel and social selling techniques, staying current with brand storytelling and digital engagement approaches
- Multitask effectively on the sales floor, prioritizing customer service while balancing administrative and inventory responsibilities
- Give and receive constructive feedback in a collaborative team environment
- Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally, as well as climbing, bending, kneeling, and maneuvering across sales floor and stockroom areas
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a retail or customer-facing environment
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Fluent English proficiency or local language proficiency appropriate to the market
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment with demonstrated success in customer engagement and sales.
Education
No specific education requirements stated.
Workplace
This position is based in North Charleston, South Carolina, USA, within easy reach of Charleston.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, and Tuition assistance.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.
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.
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