Kate Spade Style Advisor

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and confidently, demonstrating deep product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories including handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor
• Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful questions to understand personal style preferences and lifestyle requirements
• Provide comprehensive styling advice, suggest complementary products and add-ons, and create complete looks that encourage exploration of new styles
• Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure a seamless checkout experience via POS systems
• Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory awareness, and merchandise presentation on the sales floor
• Reinforce customer choices and celebrate purchases, inviting patrons to return and fostering brand loyalty
• Demonstrate flexibility in working nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays
• Lift and maneuver merchandise regularly (up to 25 lbs.) and occasionally (up to 50 lbs.), and perform associated stockroom duties including climbing, bending, and kneeling

Qualifications

• Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
• Prior experience working in a retail environment
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team setting
• Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
• English language proficiency
• Ability to work a flexible schedule accommodating nights, weekends, and seasonal peaks
• Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Skills

Experience

Prior experience in a retail environment, preferably in fashion, accessories, or luxury goods. Demonstrated ability to build customer relationships and drive sales through authentic engagement.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Workplace

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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