Kate Spade Sales Support Associate
- Location
- MississaugaOntarioCanada
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $17.60–22/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 7, 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 hiring Sales Support Associate in Mississauga, Ontario. Part-time retail operations role managing inventory and store operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage and process inbound deliveries promptly while monitoring and prioritizing daily workload
- Organize and maintain accessibility of merchandise in stockroom and selling floor
- Maintain knowledge of stock levels, unit counts, and sales performance
- Support floor moves and ensure selling floor is consistently stocked throughout the day
- Execute price changes and markdowns as required
- Maintain cleanliness and organization standards across selling floor, stockroom, and offsite warehouse locations
- Audit compliance and work toward achieving shrinkage goals
Qualifications
- Previous retail service experience with passion for retail and the service industry
- Excellent client service and communication skills with ability to engage multiple customers on the sales floor
- Strong communication and an elevated sense of personal style
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Strong English language proficiency
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally), to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
Previous retail service experience required; demonstrated ability to work efficiently in fast-paced retail environments.
Workplace
The role is situated in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada — conveniently close to Toronto.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 17.60 to USD 22 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 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
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