Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 1, 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 Sales Associate position in Orlando, Florida at Orlando International Premium Outlets. Part-time retail sales role offering $15.00–$19.50/hr with benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and confidently while demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and lifestyle preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary add-ons, and create complete looks that inspire customers
- Showcase multiple ways to wear products, encouraging customers to explore new styles and build versatile wardrobes
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience at point-of-sale
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting them to return and build brand loyalty
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and product expertise
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS transactions
- Give and receive feedback in an honest, constructive manner to support continuous improvement
- Work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days
- Lift, carry, and maneuver merchandise weighing up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally; climb, bend, and kneel as needed on the sales floor and stockroom
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
- Strong social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- English language proficiency or local language proficiency per market
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- Availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and public holidays
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Experience in luxury retail, styling, or customer-facing roles is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; further education in fashion, retail management, or related fields is advantageous but not required.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Orlando, Florida, USA.
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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