Tapestry, Inc.
Kate Spade
Chesterfield, MO, US
Since its launch in 1993 with a collection of six essential handbags, Kate Spade New York has always been colorful, bold, and optimistic. Today, it is a global lifestyle brand that designs extraordinary things for the everyday, delivering seasonal collections of handbags, ready‑to‑wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. Known for its rich heritage and unique brand DNA, Kate Spade New York offers a distinctive point of view and celebrates communities of women around the globe who live their perfectly imperfect lifestyles.
Kate Spade New York is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.
Job Title Senior Sales Associate
Primary Purpose The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in retail to create a positive shopping experience for guests, build relationships as a brand ambassador, and contribute to an elevated selling culture.
Client & Service Expert
Achieve individual sales goals.
Develop strong product knowledge across all categories.
Ensure exemplary customer service by delivering the ultimate Kate Spade experience.
Develop a personal connection with guests through effective selling skills.
Leadership Presence
Meet personal sales goals.
Maintain extensive product knowledge.
Partner with Store Manager and Assistant Manager to elevate the selling culture.
Initiate business‑driving events in store.
Building Brand Equity
Communicate the Kate Spade New York brand aesthetic, philosophy, and lifestyle to the sales team and customers.
Serve as a brand ambassador and build strong client relationships.
Communicate client feedback to store leadership to enhance service and sales.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures with honesty and integrity.
Operational Excellence
Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures, including counting register funds, completing bank deposits, opening and closing registers, and securing the facility.
Qualifications
Strong communication skills.
Proven ability to contribute 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.
Physical Requirements
Available to work store schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Safe to lift boxes up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable climbing ladders.
Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Provides direct, actionable feedback and faces people problems quickly and directly.
Creativity : Generates new and unique ideas and makes connections among unrelated concepts.
Customer Focus : Meets expectations of customers and builds trust and respect.
Dealing with Ambiguity : Copes with change and acts without having the full picture.
Drive for Results : Exceeds goals and pushes self and others for results.
Interpersonal Savvy : Builds rapport and effective relationships, using diplomacy and tact.
Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly, adapts, and experiments for solutions.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future consequences and trends, and creates competitive strategies.
Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks, holds development discussions, and supports career goals.
Building Effective Teams : Fosters morale, open dialogue, and a sense of belonging.
Kate Spade is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1‑855‑566‑9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com.
Base Pay Range $15.00 to $17.00 Hourly
*Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations.
General Description of All Benefits Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations.
General Description of Other Compensation Eligible employees will be able to receive discounts on certain products and incentive compensation.
Job Segment Brand Ambassador, Outside Sales, Marketing, Sales
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Since its launch in 1993 with a collection of six essential handbags, Kate Spade New York has always been colorful, bold, and optimistic. Today, it is a global lifestyle brand that designs extraordinary things for the everyday, delivering seasonal collections of handbags, ready‑to‑wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. Known for its rich heritage and unique brand DNA, Kate Spade New York offers a distinctive point of view and celebrates communities of women around the globe who live their perfectly imperfect lifestyles.
Kate Spade New York is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.
Job Title Senior Sales Associate
Primary Purpose The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in retail to create a positive shopping experience for guests, build relationships as a brand ambassador, and contribute to an elevated selling culture.
Client & Service Expert
Achieve individual sales goals.
Develop strong product knowledge across all categories.
Ensure exemplary customer service by delivering the ultimate Kate Spade experience.
Develop a personal connection with guests through effective selling skills.
Leadership Presence
Meet personal sales goals.
Maintain extensive product knowledge.
Partner with Store Manager and Assistant Manager to elevate the selling culture.
Initiate business‑driving events in store.
Building Brand Equity
Communicate the Kate Spade New York brand aesthetic, philosophy, and lifestyle to the sales team and customers.
Serve as a brand ambassador and build strong client relationships.
Communicate client feedback to store leadership to enhance service and sales.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures with honesty and integrity.
Operational Excellence
Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures, including counting register funds, completing bank deposits, opening and closing registers, and securing the facility.
Qualifications
Strong communication skills.
Proven ability to contribute 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.
Physical Requirements
Available to work store schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Safe to lift boxes up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable climbing ladders.
Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Provides direct, actionable feedback and faces people problems quickly and directly.
Creativity : Generates new and unique ideas and makes connections among unrelated concepts.
Customer Focus : Meets expectations of customers and builds trust and respect.
Dealing with Ambiguity : Copes with change and acts without having the full picture.
Drive for Results : Exceeds goals and pushes self and others for results.
Interpersonal Savvy : Builds rapport and effective relationships, using diplomacy and tact.
Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly, adapts, and experiments for solutions.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future consequences and trends, and creates competitive strategies.
Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks, holds development discussions, and supports career goals.
Building Effective Teams : Fosters morale, open dialogue, and a sense of belonging.
Kate Spade is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1‑855‑566‑9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com.
Base Pay Range $15.00 to $17.00 Hourly
*Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations.
General Description of All Benefits Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations.
General Description of Other Compensation Eligible employees will be able to receive discounts on certain products and incentive compensation.
Job Segment Brand Ambassador, Outside Sales, Marketing, Sales
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