Temporary Associate

Since its launch in 1993 with a collection of six essential handbags, Kate Spade New York has always stood for optimistic femininity. Today, the brand is a global life and style house with handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, gifts, home décor and more. Polished ease, thoughtful details and a modern, sophisticated use of color—Kate Spade New York’s founding principles define a unique style synonymous with joy.

Under the vision of creative director Nicola Glass, the brand continues to celebrate confident women with a youthful spirit.

Kate Spade New York is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands powered by optimism, innovation, and inclusivity.

Job Title:

Sales Associate

Primary

Purpose:

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in retail to…

• Achieves individual sales goals.
• Develops strong product knowledge across all categories.
• Responsible for ensuring exemplary customer service by delivering the ultimate Kate Spade experience.
• Able to develop a personal connection with guests through effective use of the selling skills.

• Achievement of personal sales goals.
• Extensive product knowledge.
• Partner with Store Manager and Assistant Manager to elevate selling culture.
• Partner with Store Manager and Assistant Manager to initiate business driving events in store.

• Ability to understand and communicate the Kate Spade New York brand aesthetic, brand philosophy and lifestyle to the sales team and customers.
• Build strong relationships with clients as a brand ambassador of the company.
• Communicate client feedback to Store Manager and Assistant Manager to elevate client service and sales.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures with honesty and integrity.

• Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures including counting register funds, completing bank deposits, opening and closing registers and securing facility.

• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability and contribution to an elevated selling culture.
• Elevated sense of personal style.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in luxury goods or a comparable retail environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

• Available to work store schedule, as needed, including evenings and weekends.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Able to safely lift boxes up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable climbing ladders.

Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally‑recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.