Kate Spade Temporary Sales Associate
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a design-driven lifestyle brand known for its modern, colorful approach to womenswear, handbags and accessories. As part of Tapestry, Inc., the label operates within a global luxury and contemporary group that emphasizes brand storytelling, high-quality craftsmanship and elevated retail experiences.
Kate Spade in New York: Temporary Sales Associate role delivering client service, sales and merchandising for a seasonal retail position.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver warm, attentive and product-informed service to each client to drive conversion and repeat business.
- Achieve individual and store sales targets and contribute to daily KPIs through proactive selling and clienteling.
- Operate the point-of-sale system accurately, process payments, returns and exchanges, and perform end-of-day cash reconciliations.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards on the sales floor, including replenishment, folding, and presentation of product assortments.
- Support inventory activities: receiving, tagging, stock organization and cycle counts as required.
- Assist fitting room operations and ensure an exceptional client experience throughout the visit.
- Adhere to loss-prevention procedures, brand policies and store opening/closing protocols.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational or retail-related coursework preferred.
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holiday periods; ability to work a temporary/seasonal schedule.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused attitude.
- Prior retail or cash-handling experience preferred; luxury or fashion retail experience strongly preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level role; typically suitable for candidates with 0–2 years of retail experience. Prior experience in fashion or luxury retail is advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary studies in retail, fashion or related fields preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a vibrant, design-led workplace that values creativity, optimism and attention to detail. As part of Tapestry, the brand balances entrepreneurial retail energy with the operational support of a global luxury group, emphasizing exceptional client experiences and collaborative teamwork.
About Cerulean
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