Kate Spade Sales Associate

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Location
QueenstownMarylandUSA
Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$15–19.50/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
Jul 9, 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 Sales Associate (Part-Time) in Queenstown, MD. $15–$19.50/hr with medical, dental, and retirement benefits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating strong product knowledge across all categories
  • Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand their aesthetic and lifestyle preferences
  • Provide expert styling advice and suggest complementary products to create complete looks
  • Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure seamless checkout transactions
  • Maintain operational excellence in the stockroom and point-of-sale systems
  • Demonstrate proficiency with omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
  • Give and receive feedback in a constructive and professional manner
  • Reinforce customer choices and encourage return visits

Qualifications

  • Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
  • Prior retail experience in a customer-facing role
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and sales methodologies
  • Proficiency in English
  • Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally

Skills

Customer engagement and relationship building Product styling and wardrobe consultation Point-of-sale (POS) systems Inventory management Omni-channel selling techniques Social media awareness Creative visual merchandising Multitasking and time management

Experience

Prior experience in a retail environment with demonstrated success in customer-facing roles. Candidates should possess strong sales acumen and the ability to build meaningful customer connections through storytelling and product knowledge.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in fashion, merchandising, or retail is a plus.

Workplace

This position is based in Queenstown, Maryland, USA, within easy reach of Washington, D.C..

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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