Kate Spade Senior Sales Associate
- Location
- WrenthamMassachusettsUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 21, 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 Senior Sales Associate in Wrentham, MA. Lead sales, mentor peers, and champion omni-channel selling 20–30 hrs/week. $15–$19.50/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Exceed personal sales and productivity targets while modeling best-in-class selling behaviors and elevating team performance
- Deliver service aligned with Kate Spade Great Escape standards and coach peers on client engagement strategies
- Demonstrate comprehensive product knowledge across all categories and share insights to strengthen team selling capabilities
- Partner with Store and Assistant Manager leadership to develop and execute business-driving events and sales initiatives
- Act as a brand ambassador, articulating product stories and brand heritage to bring merchandise to life
- Champion omni-channel, virtual, and social selling services; lead adoption of emerging social selling programs
- Support creation of short-form video and live-stream shopping content while staying informed on social media trends
- Capture and relay client feedback to management to inform merchandising and service strategy refinement
- Execute store opening and closing procedures, including register reconciliation, deposit preparation, and facility security
- Contribute to an inclusive team culture by fostering collaboration, accountability, and performance excellence
Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in luxury retail or elevated retail environments (combination of education and experience considered)
- Proven ability to drive sales targets and mentor peers within an elevated selling culture
- Extensive product knowledge and strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with omni-channel and virtual selling; willingness to appear on camera for social selling initiatives
- Social media fluency and demonstrated understanding of current platform trends
- Elevated sense of personal style and strong professional ethics
- Ability to work flexible retail schedule, including nights, weekends, peak seasons, and public holidays
- Physical capacity to lift 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom areas
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2+ years of experience in luxury retail or comparable elevated retail environment. A combination of education and experience will be considered. Proven track record of driving sales targets and mentoring peers to achieve elevated selling culture standards.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; additional retail management or fashion-focused training preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Wrentham, Massachusetts, USA — conveniently close to 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, and 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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