Kate Spade Stylist

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 guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
• Actively listen to customers and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand their aesthetic, lifestyle, and purchasing needs
• Provide personalized styling advice and suggest complementary products to create complete, cohesive looks
• Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear and style products, encouraging customers to explore new aesthetics
• Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless, positive checkout experience
• Reinforce customer choices and celebrate purchases, inviting them to return and build brand loyalty
• Drive results through strong customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
• Maintain deep knowledge of brand heritage, product attributes, and seasonal collections
• Manage operational responsibilities including stockroom organization, inventory awareness, and accurate POS transactions
• Work collaboratively with team members and provide or receive feedback in a constructive, honest manner
• Remain flexible and adaptable to changing customer needs and business requirements

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a retail or luxury retail environment
• Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced team setting
• Strong product knowledge and willingness to develop deep expertise in fashion, accessories, and lifestyle categories
• Familiarity with social media and omni-channel selling techniques
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days
• Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally, as well as climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom areas

Skills

Experience

Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Experience with luxury goods or fashion retail is preferred. Proficiency with social media platforms and willingness to learn virtual or omni-channel selling techniques is valued.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; however, relevant retail experience and demonstrated passion for the brand may substitute for formal education requirements.

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 parental 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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