Tapestry Sales Associate
- Location
- MississaugaOntarioCanada
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $17.60–22/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 17, 2026
About Tapestry
Kate Spade New York is a globally recognised lifestyle brand celebrated for its colorful, optimistic point of view across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, the maison combines accessible-luxury design with a focus on community, creativity and inclusive growth within a multi-brand global house.
Kate Spade New York seeks a part-time Sales Associate in Mississauga, Ontario (Square One) — customer-focused stylist role with flexible hours.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome and engage customers with warmth and expert product knowledge; establish rapport and assess individual style needs.
- Deliver personalised styling advice and assemble complete looks that integrate Kate Spade product across categories.
- Drive sales through storytelling, suggestive selling and thoughtful add-on recommendations to maximise basket value.
- Execute omnichannel customer interactions, including virtual selling and social-media-driven enquiries.
- Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems accurately to complete transactions and manage returns/exchanges.
- Maintain visual standards on the sales floor, assist visual merchandising and rotate stock to highlight newness.
- Organise and maintain stockroom inventory; support receiving, replenishment and accurate stock counts.
- Provide dependable customer service during peak trading periods, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Prior retail sales experience; experience with fashion, lifestyle or premium brands is an asset.
- Comfortable with omnichannel and virtual selling techniques and social media engagement.
- Ability to multitask, prioritise and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Capacity to lift regularly up to 25 lbs (and occasionally up to 50 lbs) and manoeuvre across sales floor and stockroom.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, busy seasons and public holidays.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail sales experience is required; demonstrated success in client-facing roles within fashion or lifestyle brands is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary study in fashion, visual merchandising or retail management is an asset.
Workplace
The role is situated in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada — conveniently close to Toronto.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 17.60 to CAD 22 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 New York fosters a creative, optimistic workplace that celebrates individuality and community. As a member of the Tapestry family, the brand emphasises inclusivity, learning and candid feedback while encouraging employees to contribute original ideas and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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