Kate Spade Temporary Sales Associate

Overview

Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand celebrated for its colorful, optimistic design language across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. The brand operates as part of Tapestry, Inc., a global house of fashion labels; as an employer it emphasizes creativity, inclusivity and development within a collaborative, consumer-focused retail environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly, establish rapport and deliver personalised styling advice to help customers build complete looks and integrate Kate Spade products into their wardrobe.
• Drive sales by advising on product features, suggesting add‑ons and using storytelling to create emotional product connections.
• Perform transactional duties accurately at the POS and ensure a seamless checkout experience.
• Maintain operational excellence on the sales floor and in the stockroom, including inventory handling, replenishment and organisation.
• Utilise omnichannel and virtual selling techniques, including social media awareness, to engage customers and extend client relationships.
• Adhere to brand standards for product presentation and visual merchandising; demonstrate multiple ways to wear and style key pieces.
• Work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, high‑traffic retail days and public holidays; perform occasional manual handling up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Proven customer‑facing retail experience; prior background in apparel, accessories or luxury retail preferred.
• Professional selling skills with excellent interpersonal and verbal communication abilities.
• Comfortable multitasking, prioritising responsibilities and collaborating within a team environment.
• Familiarity with social media and willingness to adopt omni/virtual selling practices.
• English proficiency (or local language proficiency as required by the market).
• Ability to perform physical tasks regularly (lift at least 25 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs) and sustain an active retail shift.

Skills

Experience

Previous experience in a retail sales environment is required. Experience within fashion, accessories or luxury apparel is preferred; demonstrated success meeting sales targets and advising customers is an asset.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; retail or fashion-related training is advantageous.

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 paternity and maternity leave, Commuter benefits, Disability insurance, Tuition assistance

Culture

Kate Spade fosters a creative, customer‑centric workplace that values optimism, inclusivity and collaborative development. As part of the Tapestry family, the brand emphasises diversity, open feedback and opportunities for employees to grow within a fast‑paced retail environment.

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