Temporary Sales Support Associate

kate spade new york•Short Hills, NJ

11d•$15 - $22

About The Position

The Sales Support Associate is an integral part of the store’s success and efficiency, supporting the brand’s commitment to customer service. The role creates positive customer impressions through friendly, efficient cash-wrap interactions and a well-maintained sales floor. Accurate work supporting product flow—from receipt through point of sale—is essential. The associate welcomes and assists clients, operates point-of-sale systems, supports sales-floor and stockroom operations, and helps maintain visual merchandising and housekeeping standards. The position requires flexibility to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, peak seasons, high-traffic retail days, and public holidays. The job also involves regular lifting of at least 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as climbing, bending, kneeling, and maneuvering around the sales floor and stockroom.

Requirements

At least 1 year of previous retail experience, such as cashier, stock, or sales experience; luxury retail service experience is preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Current knowledge of fashion trends and marketplace competition.
Knowledge of cash register systems and basic computer skills, including using an iPad or laptop, Mobile POS, and the Internet; ability to use a walkie-talkie and understand and read price and product release sheets.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong English-language proficiency (for EU).
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, peak busy season, high-traffic retail days, and public holidays.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, and to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom.

Nice To Haves

Previous luxury retail service experience.

Responsibilities

Welcome clients warmly and professionally, anticipate their needs, and provide personalized assistance.
Represent the brand internally and in the local market and support social media engagement.
Operate POS accurately, maintain cash-wrap organization, and handle cash and media according to policy.
Suggest add-on products, promote gift cards, and capture customer information where permitted.
Receive, process, and organize shipments and transfers; report discrepancies and maintain stockroom cleanliness.
Manage stock levels, replenish the sales floor, and execute visual merchandising updates.
Support sales-floor activities, respond confidently to customer requests, and partner with teammates or management as needed.
Maintain housekeeping standards and follow Loss Prevention guidelines.