Tory Burch Sales Associate

Palo Alto California USA

Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Posted
Nov 1, 2026

About Tory Burch

Founded in New York in 2004, Tory Burch is an American luxury lifestyle brand distinguished by its expressive use of color, signature prints and modern interpretation of classic style. Its collections span ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear and accessories, reaching an international clientele through a global retail and digital presence. As an employer, the company offers opportunities across design, merchandising, retail, technology and corporate functions, combining creative ambition with commercial expertise. Employees contribute to a founder-led business whose identity connects personal style with purpose. Women’s empowerment remains central to this identity, notably through the Tory Burch Foundation’s support for women entrepreneurs.

The part-time Sales Associate delivers Tory Burch’s transformational customer experience, builds client relationships and drives personal sales while supporting brand standards and boutique operations. The role requires 1–3 years of experience in a high-volume, customer-driven retail environment and open availability for a flexible schedule, including overnight, evening, holiday and weekend shifts. Compensation is $17–$20, with the offer based on relevant experience and work location.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Model behavior that reflects the company’s core values and lead by example.
  • Manage conflict appropriately and take ownership of their contribution to team dynamics.
  • Demonstrate maturity and integrity, contributing to a fun, professional, productive and team-oriented atmosphere.
  • Help deliver the five stages of the transformational customer experience and apply strong selling skills.
  • Provide extensive product knowledge and take ownership of products to deliver a high level of customer service.
  • Customize the boutique experience to the customer demographic and develop and maintain productive customer relationships.
  • Maintain a “One Company” perspective on charge sends, returns and other transactions that are critical to the customer experience.
  • Understand and use technology tools that support the customer experience.
  • Understand and communicate Tory Burch’s brand philosophy and lifestyle to colleagues and customers.
  • Embody the brand aesthetic, a strong sense of fashion and an enthusiastic attitude.
  • Help maintain brand, operating and store-presentation standards to support brand consistency.
  • Leverage in-store technology to make each customer experience transformational.
  • Follow and maintain sales and operational policies and procedures, with a focus on loss prevention and operational excellence.
  • Accurately process POS transactions and capture customer information; assist with operational and back-of-house activities as needed.
  • Understand and use in-store radio communications and technology tools with proper etiquette.
  • Multitask and prioritize work to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Achieve personal sales and metric goals.
  • Build and maintain new and existing customer relationships.
  • Maintain an organized client book that strengthens customer relationships and generates consistent, proactive sales in line with the clienteling philosophy.
  • Respond to business trends through clienteling, outreach and events, rather than relying solely on walk-in traffic.

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of experience in a high-volume, customer-driven retail environment.
  • Experience in personal selling and customer relations, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Open availability for a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including overnight, evening, holiday and weekend shifts.
  • Ability to lift at least 40 lbs and to carry, push, pull, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb ladders, crawl, reach, bend and stand for extended periods.
  • Verification of legal right to work in the United States.
  • At least 18 years of age.

Skills

Personal selling Customer relations Verbal communication Written communication POS transactions Radio communication In-store technology tools Multitasking Prioritization Clienteling

Experience

1–3 years in a high-volume, customer-driven retail environment.

Workplace

The role is situated in Palo Alto, California, USA — conveniently close to San Francisco.

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Benefits

Generous employee discount and access to exclusive special offers; benefits supporting mental and physical health, financial security and wellness; paid volunteer days; Retail Excellence Programs in Styling, Coaching and Brand Ambassador; supportive Retail Leaders.

Culture

Tory Burch’s workplace culture reflects the brand’s entrepreneurial spirit and optimistic outlook, bringing together creative expression, commercial ambition and a collaborative approach to building a global fashion business. Its commitment to women’s empowerment gives the company a distinctive sense of purpose, connecting its identity as an employer with its broader mission to support women’s ambitions.

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.

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