Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 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 Sales Associate (Part-Time) – Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, New York. Join our luxury retail team as a stylist and customer advisor.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful questions to understand customer aesthetic preferences and lifestyle needs
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Showcase multiple ways to style and wear products to encourage customer exploration and confidence
- Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure seamless checkout experiences
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain deep knowledge of brand heritage, product attributes, and seasonal collections
- Organize and maintain the stockroom, sales floor presentation, and point-of-sale transactions
- Accept feedback in a constructive manner and contribute to continuous improvement
- Demonstrate social media awareness and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and high-traffic retail periods
- Safely lift and maneuver merchandise (regularly up to 25 lbs., occasionally up to 50 lbs.) and perform stockroom tasks
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail or luxury brand environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team
- Strong product knowledge and aesthetic sensibility
- Proficiency in English or local market language
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom environments
- Flexibility to work variable schedules including nights, weekends, and busy retail periods
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment, preferably within luxury fashion, accessories, or lifestyle brands. Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles requiring styling consultation or product advisory is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in fashion, retail, or customer service is beneficial but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in Woodbury, New York, USA, within easy reach of New York.
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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