Kate Spade Senior Sales Associate
- Location
- CabazonCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 12, 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 Senior Sales Associate role in Cabazon, CA. Lead luxury retail sales, mentor peers, and champion omni-channel selling strategies in a dynamic brand environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Consistently exceed personal sales and productivity goals while modeling best-in-class selling behaviors and industry standards
- Deliver service aligned with kate spade Great Escape standards; coach and mentor peers on client engagement and sales techniques
- Demonstrate extensive product knowledge across all categories including handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor; share insights to elevate team performance
- Partner with Store and Assistant Manager to initiate business-driving events and elevate overall selling culture within the store
- Act as brand ambassador, sharing compelling stories that authentically bring product heritage and brand values to life
- Champion omni-channel, virtual, and social selling services; lead adoption and training on social selling programs and emerging platforms
- Support creation of short-form video and live-stream shopping content; stay informed on evolving social media trends and platforms
- Capture and relay detailed client feedback to management to inform service improvements and assortment strategies
- Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures, including cash register management, deposits, and facility security
- Contribute to an inclusive team culture; encourage cross-functional collaboration and drive performance excellence
Qualifications
- 2+ years of demonstrated experience in luxury retail or comparable elevated retail environment
- Proven ability to drive sales consistently while mentoring and developing peer relationships
- Extensive product knowledge across multiple categories with strong communication skills
- Experience with omni-channel and virtual selling platforms; comfort appearing on camera for social selling initiatives
- Social media fluency and demonstrated understanding of platform trends and emerging technologies
- Elevated sense of personal style combined with professional ethics and brand alignment
- Strong physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, peak seasons, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays
Skills
Experience
2+ years in luxury retail or comparable elevated retail environment, with proven track record of exceeding sales targets and mentoring team members in a collaborative selling culture.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; additional retail training, hospitality certification, or fashion industry coursework preferred but not required. A combination of education and relevant retail experience will be considered.
Workplace
This position is based in Cabazon, California, USA, within easy reach of Los Angeles.
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, 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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