Kate Spade Senior Sales Associate
- Location
- MerrimackNew HampshireUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 6, 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 seeks Senior Sales Associate in Merrimack, NH. Lead sales floor, mentor peers, champion omni-channel selling. $15–$19.50/hr, part-time.
Role & Responsibilities
- Consistently exceed personal sales and productivity goals while modeling best-in-class selling behaviors
- Deliver service aligned with Kate Spade Great Escape standards and coach peers on client engagement
- Demonstrate extensive product knowledge across all categories and share insights to elevate team selling
- Partner with Store/Assistant Manager to initiate business-driving events and elevate selling culture
- Act as a brand ambassador, sharing stories that bring product and brand to life
- Champion omni-channel and virtual selling services and lead adoption of social selling programs
- Support creation of short-form videos and live-stream shopping content and stay informed on social media trends
- Capture and relay client feedback to management to inform service and assortment strategies
- Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures including register funds, deposits, and facility security
- Contribute to an inclusive team culture and encourage collaboration and performance excellence
Qualifications
- 2+ years' experience in luxury retail or comparable elevated retail environment (combination of education and experience considered)
- Proven ability to drive sales and mentor peers with contribution to an elevated selling culture
- Extensive product knowledge and strong communication skills
- Experience with omni/virtual selling and willingness to appear on camera for social selling initiatives
- Social media fluency and understanding of platform trends
- Elevated sense of personal style and professional ethics
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and peak seasons
- Strong English language proficiency
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally) and ability to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
2+ years in luxury retail or comparable elevated retail environment; proven track record of exceeding sales targets and mentoring team members in a premium retail setting.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; a combination of education and relevant retail experience will be considered.
Workplace
This position is based in Merrimack, New Hampshire, USA, within easy reach of Boston.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 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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