Sales Associate III

kate spade new york•Clinton, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Stylist will serve as a trusted and knowledgeable advisor who assists customers in selecting products that suit their aesthetic and lifestyle. They will work with the customer to discover and express their own personal style while showing the customer how to incorporate Kate Spade products into their existing wardroom. Kate Spade New York, launched in 1993, is a global lifestyle brand known for its colorful, bold, and optimistic designs, offering seasonal collections of handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. It is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands committed to innovation and inclusivity, with a focus on equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Requirements

Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
Prior experience in a retail environment.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting.
Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni/virtual selling techniques.
English proficiency (or local language proficiency per market).
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business—including nights, weekends, busy season, and high-traffic retail days (including but not limited to public holidays).
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs, occasionally), to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom.

Responsibilities

Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating strong product knowledge.
Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs.
Provide styling advice, suggest add-ons, and create complete looks.
Use creativity to showcase multiple ways to wear products and encourage customers to explore new styles.
Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience.
Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting them to return.
Drive results through strong customer connections and storytelling.
Demonstrate deep knowledge of the brand and product attributes across all categories.
Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization and POS transactions.
Give and receive feedback in an honest, constructive manner.