Kate Spade Stylist
- Location
- ConcordNorth CarolinaUSA
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/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.
Temporary Stylist at Kate Spade New York in Concord, NC; $15.00–$19.50/hr, part-time with flexible retail schedule.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and demonstrate comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand their aesthetic and lifestyle
- 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 options
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout experiences
- Maintain operational excellence through stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Give and receive constructive feedback in a professional manner
- Reinforce customer choices and invite repeat visits through exceptional service
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior retail environment experience
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- English proficiency
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and high-traffic retail days
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Candidates should demonstrate professional selling skills and the ability to build strong customer relationships.
Education
No specific formal education requirement is stated; English proficiency or local language proficiency per market is required.
Workplace
The role is situated in Concord, North Carolina, USA — conveniently close to Charlotte.
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, 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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