Tapestry Assistant Store Leader
- Location
- AuburnWashingtonUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $18.50–31.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 20, 2026
About Tapestry
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle fashion house known for colorful, optimistic design across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. The brand is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of consumer brands, and promotes an inclusive, creative workplace informed by strong brand DNA and customer-centric retailing.
Kate Spade New York seeks an Assistant Store Leader in Auburn, WA to lead sales, clienteling and store operations at The Outlet Collection Seattle.
Role & Responsibilities
- Co-lead store operations with the Store Leader to maximize productivity and profitability through coaching, merchandising and process discipline.
- Model and instill Kate Spade service behaviors and selling standards to create a high-energy, client-focused environment.
- Drive omni-channel and virtual selling, including clienteling, loyalty outreach and live stream shopping to increase engagement and repeat business.
- Recruit, onboard and develop diverse retail talent; set goals, review KPIs (traffic, conversion, UPT, AUR) and manage performance.
- Own store sales plans and forecasts; create and execute action plans to address opportunities and optimize sell-through.
- Maintain brand and visual merchandising standards; execute visual directives and communicate stock and customer feedback to corporate teams.
- Oversee opening/closing procedures, cash handling, scheduling, payroll budgets, loss prevention and inventory accuracy.
- Support community and recruiting initiatives to increase local brand awareness.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle or a comparable environment; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Proven leadership with strong communication, coaching and organisational skills.
- Ability to analyse selling reports, identify trends and translate insights into quick corrective action.
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, peak seasons and public holidays.
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and manoeuvre the sales floor and stockroom.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience in a retail environment (fashion, lifestyle or similar); demonstrated success coaching teams to meet sales and service KPIs.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in business, retail management or related field preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Auburn, Washington, USA, with easy access to Seattle.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 18.50 to USD 31.50 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 cultivates a playful, optimistic design culture with a strong emphasis on creativity, customer focus and inclusivity. As part of Tapestry, the workplace prioritises diversity, development and collaboration across retail and corporate functions.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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