Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Location
- Rehoboth BeachDelawareUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 18, 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 Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Part-time retail styling role offering competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor
- Actively listen and ask insightful questions to understand customer needs and lifestyle preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks that encourage exploration of new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless, consultative checkout experience
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, brand storytelling, and deep knowledge of product attributes
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and point-of-sale transactions
- Demonstrate social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, building rapport to encourage repeat visits and loyalty
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail or luxury goods environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively within a team setting
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, high-traffic retail days, and holiday periods
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally), and to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Experience with luxury goods or fashion retail is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; no specific formal education requirement stated.
Workplace
This position is based in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, USA, within easy reach of Philadelphia.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.25 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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