Kate Spade Seasonal Retail Associate

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Kate Spade in New York seeks a Temporary Retail Associate to deliver elevated client service and support store operations.

Overview

Kate Spade is a design-led lifestyle brand known for its vibrant, modern aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. The label operates globally within the luxury and contemporary accessory market and is part of Tapestry, Inc., a multinational house of fashion brands. As an employer, Kate Spade emphasizes creative product expression, elevated customer experiences and retail excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver warm, personalized client service that reflects the Kate Spade brand and drives sales conversion.
  • Execute selling techniques including clienteling, suggestive selling and follow-up to meet short‑term sales targets.
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure the sales floor and displays are guest‑ready at all times.
  • Process transactions accurately using the point‑of‑sale system and handle cash, cards and returns according to policy.
  • Receive, unpack and process stock; conduct inventory counts and assist with loss‑prevention measures.
  • Support in‑store events, promotions and seasonal activations, providing operational and guest support as required.
  • Adhere to brand presentation, grooming and compliance requirements, including security and health & safety protocols.

Qualifications

  • Proven customer service or retail sales experience; luxury or premium brand experience preferred.
  • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and holiday periods common to retail peak seasons.
  • Professional presentation and strong interpersonal skills with a guest‑centric mindset.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks associated with retail (merchandising, stock handling, standing for extended periods).
  • Legal authorization to work in the country of employment and willingness to comply with company screening procedures.

Skills

Clienteling and consultative selling Visual merchandising and display execution Cash handling and transaction processing Inventory management and stock replenishment Loss prevention awareness Effective verbal communication Team collaboration and adaptability Time management and prioritisation

Experience

Typically 1+ year of retail or customer‑facing sales experience is preferred; experience within luxury or premium accessories brands is advantageous.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in retail, fashion or customer service is an asset.

Workplace

This position is based in New York, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 1.625 open roles in New York, including 1148 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 1.746 active listings on Cerulean, 1169 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.480 open positions, with 1337 posted this week.

Culture

Kate Spade cultivates a playful, design-forward retail culture that values creativity, attention to detail and exceptional guest service. Store teams operate in a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on delivering memorable client experiences and representing the brand’s optimistic aesthetic.

About Cerulean

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