Kate Spade Senior Sales Associate
- Seniority
- Senior
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a globally recognised lifestyle brand known for spirited, modern design across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. The label is part of Tapestry, a leading house of fashion brands, and combines strong retail presence with a focus on storytelling, craftsmanship and approachable luxury.
Kate Spade in New York City seeks a Senior Sales Associate to drive luxury retail sales and deliver exceptional client service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Consistently achieve and exceed individual sales targets and store KPIs through consultative selling and effective clienteling.
- Deliver an elevated, personalised customer experience that reinforces brand positioning and fosters long-term client relationships.
- Execute visual merchandising and presentation standards to reflect seasonal directives and maximise product sell-through.
- Process sales transactions accurately, manage cash handling and maintain point-of-sale (POS) integrity.
- Support stockroom operations including inventory control, replenishment, receiving and cycle counts.
- Coach and mentor junior sales staff, providing product knowledge and selling technique guidance when required.
- Contribute to loss-prevention efforts and uphold store operational standards, opening/closing procedures and compliance.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of success in luxury or premium retail sales.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer-first mindset.
- Demonstrable ability in clienteling and relationship building to drive repeat business.
- Meticulous attention to visual standards, merchandising and store presentation.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and peak retail periods.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires several years of progressive experience in luxury or premium retail sales, with a documented history of meeting or exceeding sales targets and strong client relationship management.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in retail, fashion, merchandising or business preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
The brand fosters a creative, customer-centric retail culture where storytelling and product knowledge are paramount. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, rewarding sales excellence, attention to detail and a polished brand presentation.
About Cerulean
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