Tapestry, Inc.
Senior Sales Associate
Texas City, TX, US
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand that creates colorful, bold, and optimistic products in handbags, ready‑to‑wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. Over its history, the brand has been celebrated for its unique DNA and its commitment to a worldwide community of women who embrace perfectly imperfect lifestyles.
Primary Purpose:
The successful individual will leverage their retail proficiency to drive sales, elevate the customer experience, and strengthen the Kate Spade brand in the store.
Responsibilities Client & Service Expert
Achieves individual sales goals.
Develops strong product knowledge across all categories.
Ensures exemplary customer service by delivering the ultimate Kate Spade experience.
Builds a personal connection with guests using effective selling skills.
Leadership Presence
Achieves personal sales goals.
Possesses extensive product knowledge.
Partners with Store Manager and Assistant Manager to elevate the selling culture.
Initiates business‑driving events in store.
Building Brand Equity
Communicates the Kate Spade new York brand aesthetic, philosophy, and lifestyle to sales team and customers.
Builds strong relationships as a brand ambassador.
Conveys client feedback to management to elevate service and sales.
Adheres to all company policies and procedures with honesty and integrity.
Operational Excellence
Performs and supervises store opening and closing procedures, including counting register funds, completing bank deposits, and securing the facility.
Personal Attributes
Strong communication skills.
Proven contribution to an elevated selling culture.
Elevated sense of personal style.
Qualifications
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 the store schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Standing for extended periods.
Safely lift boxes up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable climbing ladders.
Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Provides direct, actionable feedback and faces people problems quickly and directly.
Creativity : Generates innovative ideas and connects unrelated concepts.
Customer Focus : Meets internal and external customer expectations and builds trust.
Dealing with Ambiguity : Handles change, shifts gears, and accepts risk.
Drive for Results : Exceeds goals and pushes self and others for results.
Interpersonal Savvy : Builds rapport and effective relationships across the organization.
Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly, experiments, and finds solutions.
Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future trends and creates breakthrough strategies.
Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks, development discussions, and career development plans.
Building Effective Teams : Fosters morale, open dialogue, and a sense of belonging.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Kate Spade brand is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on applicant qualifications as they relate to the position’s requirements, and are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, 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) Compliance Tapestry, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities or religious beliefs. Contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com if you require accommodation.
Base Pay Range
$15.00–$17.75 \*Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations.
Benefits General benefits include health (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and paid time off.
Job Segment: Brand Ambassador, Outside Sales, Marketing, Sales
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Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand that creates colorful, bold, and optimistic products in handbags, ready‑to‑wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. Over its history, the brand has been celebrated for its unique DNA and its commitment to a worldwide community of women who embrace perfectly imperfect lifestyles.
Primary Purpose:
The successful individual will leverage their retail proficiency to drive sales, elevate the customer experience, and strengthen the Kate Spade brand in the store.
Responsibilities Client & Service Expert
Achieves individual sales goals.
Develops strong product knowledge across all categories.
Ensures exemplary customer service by delivering the ultimate Kate Spade experience.
Builds a personal connection with guests using effective selling skills.
Leadership Presence
Achieves personal sales goals.
Possesses extensive product knowledge.
Partners with Store Manager and Assistant Manager to elevate the selling culture.
Initiates business‑driving events in store.
Building Brand Equity
Communicates the Kate Spade new York brand aesthetic, philosophy, and lifestyle to sales team and customers.
Builds strong relationships as a brand ambassador.
Conveys client feedback to management to elevate service and sales.
Adheres to all company policies and procedures with honesty and integrity.
Operational Excellence
Performs and supervises store opening and closing procedures, including counting register funds, completing bank deposits, and securing the facility.
Personal Attributes
Strong communication skills.
Proven contribution to an elevated selling culture.
Elevated sense of personal style.
Qualifications
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 the store schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Standing for extended periods.
Safely lift boxes up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable climbing ladders.
Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Provides direct, actionable feedback and faces people problems quickly and directly.
Creativity : Generates innovative ideas and connects unrelated concepts.
Customer Focus : Meets internal and external customer expectations and builds trust.
Dealing with Ambiguity : Handles change, shifts gears, and accepts risk.
Drive for Results : Exceeds goals and pushes self and others for results.
Interpersonal Savvy : Builds rapport and effective relationships across the organization.
Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly, experiments, and finds solutions.
Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future trends and creates breakthrough strategies.
Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks, development discussions, and career development plans.
Building Effective Teams : Fosters morale, open dialogue, and a sense of belonging.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Kate Spade brand is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on applicant qualifications as they relate to the position’s requirements, and are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, 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) Compliance Tapestry, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities or religious beliefs. Contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com if you require accommodation.
Base Pay Range
$15.00–$17.75 \*Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations.
Benefits General benefits include health (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and paid time off.
Job Segment: Brand Ambassador, Outside Sales, Marketing, Sales
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