Kate Spade Stylist
- Location
- Byron CenterMichiganUSA
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 16, 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 hiring Temporary Stylist in Byron Center, Michigan. Part-time retail position with flexible scheduling and competitive hourly pay.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand aesthetic preferences and lifestyle requirements
- Provide personalized styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear and style products, encouraging customers to explore new combinations
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout transactions via POS systems
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits and building loyalty
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, product displays, and sales floor standards
- Demonstrate proficiency with point-of-sale systems and omnichannel/virtual selling techniques
- Provide and receive constructive feedback in a professional manner and work collaboratively within the team
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior retail experience in a customer-facing sales environment
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
- Strong English proficiency
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom
- Availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and public holidays
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. The candidate should demonstrate professional selling skills and an ability to work effectively in a customer-facing role within a dynamic, fast-paced retail setting.
Education
No specific formal education requirement is stated; however, high school diploma or equivalent is typically expected in the retail sector.
Workplace
This position is based in Byron Center, Michigan, USA, within easy reach of Grand Rapids.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.25 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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