Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Location
- MerrimackNew HampshireUSA
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 17, 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 seeks a part-time Style Advisor in Merrimack, NH. $15–$19.50/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer aesthetic preferences and lifestyle needs
- Provide styling guidance, suggest complementary items, and create complete coordinated looks that incorporate Kate Spade products into customers' existing wardrobes
- Showcase creative ways to wear and style products while encouraging customers to explore new styles and express their personal aesthetic
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout transactions using point-of-sale systems
- Reinforce customer choices and build lasting relationships by inviting patrons to return and engage with the brand
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain deep knowledge of brand heritage, product attributes, and seasonal collections across all categories
- Uphold operational excellence including stockroom organization, merchandise presentation, and accurate inventory management
- Demonstrate flexibility to work varied schedules including evenings, weekends, holiday periods, and high-traffic retail days
Qualifications
- Professional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Demonstrated prior experience in a retail sales environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively within a team
- Social media awareness and demonstrated willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, and to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom areas
- Fluent English proficiency
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment with demonstrated professional selling skills and customer service excellence.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Merrimack, New Hampshire, USA, with easy access 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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