Kate Spade Store Sales Advisor
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a New York–based lifestyle and accessories brand known for its modern, playful approach to luxury design. As part of the Tapestry group, the label operates within a global portfolio of fashion houses and combines accessible luxury retail with a strong emphasis on product storytelling, visual identity, and elevated customer service.
Kate Spade is hiring a Sales Associate III in New York, NY — experienced luxury retail professional to drive sales and client relationships.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding, personalized client service to meet and exceed individual and store sales targets through active selling and relationship cultivation.
- Develop and maintain a loyal client base using clienteling techniques, follow-ups, and tailored recommendations.
- Execute merchandising and visual directives to uphold brand presentation standards and seasonal floor resets.
- Operate point-of-sale transactions, process returns and exchanges, and ensure accurate cash handling and register reconciliation.
- Support inventory management activities including stock replenishment, backroom organization, and cycle counts.
- Contribute to loss-prevention protocols and maintain compliance with all store policies and procedures.
- Assist in training or mentoring junior sales team members and lead the sales floor in the absence of supervisory staff.
- Participate in store events, product launches, and omnichannel fulfilment activities (click-and-collect, ship-from-store) as required.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets in a retail or luxury environment, preferably with 3+ years of experience.
- Demonstrable clienteling ability with strong relationship-management and follow-up discipline.
- Polished professional manner and an acute eye for visual merchandising aligned with brand standards.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and holiday periods; ability to work retail shifts.
- Authorization to work in the United States (if applicable to location) and reliable transportation to store.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires at least three years of retail experience with a demonstrated history in luxury or premium accessories/fashion sales and a proven ability to build and retain client relationships; experience mentoring peers or leading shifts is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or coursework in fashion, retail, or customer service is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a vibrant, design-driven retail culture where creativity and customer-first service are paramount. As part of the Tapestry group, the brand balances the energy of a trend-forward label with structured retail best practices and opportunities to develop within a global luxury portfolio.
About Cerulean
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