Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand known for colorful, optimistic design across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. The label is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a multi-brand house that emphasizes creativity, inclusivity and career development within the luxury and premium retail sectors.
Kate Spade Sales Associate (part-time) in Pottstown, PA — join the team at Philadelphia Premium Outlets as a customer-focused stylist and retail advisor.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome and engage guests with warmth and confidence, demonstrating strong knowledge of Kate Spade product lines and brand DNA.
- Conduct consultative styling conversations to discover customer preferences and assemble complete, on-brand looks that drive attachment and basket size.
- Demonstrate multiple ways to wear and use product; recommend complementary items and add-ons to complete looks.
- Execute transactions and client follow-up accurately using POS systems; ensure a seamless checkout experience.
- Maintain operational excellence on the sales floor and in the stockroom, including merchandising, replenishment and loss-prevention practices.
- Support omnichannel initiatives by learning and applying omni/virtual selling techniques and social media engagement where appropriate.
- Work a flexible schedule to support store traffic peaks, including nights, weekends, holidays and seasonal events.
- Perform physical tasks required for retail operations, including regular lifting of at least 25 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and maneuvering throughout the sales floor and stockroom.
Qualifications
- Proven professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior retail experience in a customer-facing role; experience in fashion or lifestyle brands preferred.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and openness to developing omni/virtual selling capabilities.
- English proficiency (or local language proficiency as required by market).
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regular lifting and movement in-store.
Skills
Experience
Prior retail experience is required, ideally with demonstrable success in customer advisory, styling or sales-driven roles within fashion or lifestyle retail.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; retail- or fashion-related coursework or certifications preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, USA — conveniently close to Philadelphia.
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, Tuition assistance
Culture
Kate Spade fosters an optimistic, design-led workplace that celebrates individuality and creative expression. As part of the Tapestry family, the brand emphasizes inclusion, development and collaborative teamwork across retail and corporate functions.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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