Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- North ConwayNew HampshireUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 12, 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.
Kate Spade New York hiring part-time Sales Associate in North Conway, NH. $15–$19.50/hr with retail experience and styling expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating strong product knowledge across all categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and preferences
- Provide styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear and style products
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization and point-of-sale transactions
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits
- Give and receive feedback in an honest, constructive manner
- Support team collaboration and contribute to a positive retail environment
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
- English proficiency (or local language proficiency per market)
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and busy retail seasons including public holidays
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment, preferably in fashion, accessories, or lifestyle retail. Strong track record of customer engagement and sales performance.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in North Conway, New Hampshire, USA, within easy reach of Boston.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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