Kate Spade Sales Associate

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Location
OntarioCaliforniaUSA
Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$15–24.25/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
Jul 4, 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 Stylist in Ontario, California. Part-time, $15.00–$24.25/hr. Retail sales, styling expertise.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
  • Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and preferences
  • Provide styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks that showcase multiple ways to wear items
  • Drive sales through strong customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
  • Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
  • Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization and accurate POS transactions
  • Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting them to return and building customer loyalty
  • Demonstrate proficiency in omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
  • Embrace flexibility in scheduling to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, and peak retail periods

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a retail environment
  • Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
  • English proficiency; local language proficiency per market
  • Willingness to learn and adopt omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
  • Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom

Skills

Customer engagement and styling Product knowledge Sales and persuasion Point-of-sale (POS) systems Inventory management Social media awareness Omni-channel selling techniques

Experience

Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Candidates should demonstrate professional selling skills and proven ability to build customer relationships and drive sales through exceptional service.

Education

No specific formal education requirement is stated; however, English proficiency (or local language proficiency per market) is essential.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Ontario, California, USA, with easy access to Los Angeles.

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, 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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