Kate Spade Store Sales Assistant
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle and accessories brand known for its modern, whimsical design aesthetic. The label is part of Tapestry, Inc., a house of luxury and contemporary brands, and operates retail boutiques and wholesale channels worldwide. As an employer, the brand emphasizes visual storytelling, product craftsmanship and a customer-centric retail experience.
Kate Spade in New York seeks a Temporary Sales Associate to deliver high-touch client service and maintain visual merchandising standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver attentive, high-touch customer service and personalised product recommendations to meet sales objectives.
- Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately for transactions, exchanges and returns while maintaining cash-handling integrity.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards, ensuring displays, floor sets and product presentation reflect brand guidelines.
- Receive, unpack and replenish inventory; assist with stockroom organisation and cycle counts as directed.
- Support clienteling activities by capturing customer preferences and following up on requests or special orders.
- Adhere to loss-prevention procedures, store opening/closing protocols and health & safety policies.
- Work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays to cover peak trading periods and store needs.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability for flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings and holiday periods.
- Professional presentation and the ability to represent a luxury brand standard.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first orientation.
- Right to work in the hiring country.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail or luxury brand experience is preferred but not mandatory; temporary hires should demonstrate basic sales or customer-service experience and the capacity to learn brand procedures quickly.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
The workplace culture at Kate Spade blends creativity with commercial discipline, encouraging team members to embody the brands playful aesthetic while delivering exceptional client experiences. Retail teams operate collaboratively in fast-paced, design-led stores with a strong emphasis on visual standards and customer relationships.
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