Kate Spade Temporary Sales Associate
Kate Spade in New York, NY seeks a Temporary Sales Associate to support retail sales, client service and merchandising in a flagship store.
Overview
Kate Spade is a contemporary lifestyle and fashion house known for its modern, playful approach to womenswear, accessories and home goods. The brand operates globally within the Tapestry, Inc. portfolio, aligning strong design-driven product with elevated retail and digital experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalised customer service that reflects the brand’s aesthetic and client standards.
- Achieve individual and store sales targets through active selling, clienteling and timely follow-up.
- Operate the point-of-sale (POS), process transactions, exchanges and returns with accuracy and integrity.
- Support visual merchandising and floor standards: maintain displays, ensure product presentation and replenishment.
- Receive, unpack and process stock; assist with inventory counts and back-of-house organisation.
- Adhere to loss-prevention, cash-handling and store safety procedures.
- Collaborate with the store team on client events, promotions and operational tasks as required.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in retail sales; experience with premium or fashion brands preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an aptitude for building rapport and repeat clientele.
- Reliable availability and flexibility to work shifts, weekends and peak trading periods.
- Professional presentation and understanding of luxury customer service standards.
- Basic numeracy and cash-handling accuracy; ability to operate POS systems.
Skills
Experience
Preferably 1+ year of retail sales experience, ideally within premium or luxury fashion; seasonal or temporary retail experience is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in retail, fashion or customer service is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA. 1.625 luxury roles are listed in New York on Cerulean, 1148 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the New York region, Cerulean lists 1.746 open positions — 1169 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 3.480 open roles in USA, including 1337 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
Kate Spade combines a creative, design-led spirit with a customer-first retail culture. Stores emphasise teamwork, polished presentation and an upbeat atmosphere where attention to detail and personal service are paramount.
About Cerulean
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