Kate Spade Temporary Retail Associate
Kate Spade — Temporary Retail Associate in New York, NY. Short-term retail role delivering luxury client service and supporting store operations.
Overview
Kate Spade is a contemporary lifestyle brand known for its colorful, modern aesthetic across handbags, accessories and ready-to-wear. Operating within the global luxury and premium retail landscape, the label is part of the Tapestry portfolio and combines strong design identity with an international retail network and an emphasis on elevated customer service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exemplary, brand-aligned client service to maximise conversion and foster long-term client relationships.
- Operate the point-of-sale system accurately, process transactions, exchanges and returns while maintaining cash-handling integrity.
- Support visual merchandising standards: maintain floor sets, replenish stock and ensure product presentation meets brand guidelines.
- Assist with inventory management tasks including receiving, tagging and basic stock counts.
- Contribute to loss-prevention and store compliance procedures and support opening/closing routines as required.
- Participate in in-store events and promotions, providing polished clienteling and follow-up communication when appropriate.
Qualifications
- Proven customer-service orientation with a polished, client-focused manner.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and holiday periods.
- Right to work in the United States for the duration of the temporary assignment.
- Previous retail or luxury sales experience preferred; seasonal retail experience an advantage.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level role; prior experience in retail or luxury sales is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates with seasonal or temporary retail experience will be prioritised.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA. 1.629 luxury roles are listed in New York on Cerulean, 1154 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the New York region, Cerulean lists 1.748 open positions — 1172 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 3.470 open roles in USA, including 1322 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
The retail environment emphasizes design-driven merchandising, attentive client service and team collaboration. Employees are expected to embody the brand’s playful yet sophisticated aesthetic while working in a fast-paced, customer-centric store setting.
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.