Kate Spade Store Leader
Kate Spade in Gretna, NE seeks a Store Leader to lead boutique operations, drive sales and develop a high-performing retail team.
Overview
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand known for bold, colorful design across handbags, ready-to-wear, footwear, jewelry and home décor. The brand is part of Tapestry, a global house of fashion houses that emphasizes creativity, inclusivity and rigorous retail execution across its portfolio.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive sales and customer retention through targeted initiatives; meet store productivity targets including sales per hour, ADT, UPT and capture rate.
- Lead the selling environment by modelling exceptional client service, coaching the team on the sales process and ensuring completion of sales training programs.
- Recruit, develop and retain store talent; conduct performance reviews, assign accountabilities, and deliver ongoing feedback and career development for assistant managers and supervisors.
- Ensure visual merchandising directives and brand aesthetic are consistently implemented and maintained to elevate brand equity.
- Manage all operational processes including store opening/closing, cash handling, bank deposits, inventory integrity (markdowns, transfers, damages) and loss-prevention compliance.
- Monitor assortment and inventory trends; analyse sell-through and stock levels, communicate opportunities and customer feedback to district leadership.
Qualifications
- Minimum three years of management experience in luxury goods or a comparable retail environment.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse selling reports, identify business trends and make timely, commercial decisions.
- Proven leadership skills with experience hiring, coaching and developing front-line retail teams.
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict-mediation skills; comfortable communicating across all organisational levels.
- Availability to work a retail schedule including evenings and weekends; ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 3 years in a retail management role, preferably within luxury goods or a comparable retail environment, with demonstrated success in driving sales, developing talent and managing store operations.
Education
College degree preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Gretna, Nebraska, USA, with easy access to Omaha. 3 luxury roles are listed in Gretna on Cerulean. Cerulean currently advertises 2.262 open roles in USA, including 71 added in the last 48 hours.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 29 to USD 38.50 per hour.
Benefits
Health benefits (medical, dental, vision); life insurance and disability insurance; company 401(k) savings plan; paid time off; employee product discounts; incentive compensation.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a creative, optimistic and customer-centric retail culture that celebrates individuality and tasteful whimsy. As part of Tapestry, the workplace emphasises talent development, inclusivity and strong retail standards to deliver memorable brand experiences.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.