Kate Spade Assistant Store Leader

About Kate Spade

Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.

Role & Responsibilities

• Model Kate Spade service behaviors and selling standards; lead a high-energy, client-focused sales floor environment
• Drive omni-channel and virtual selling initiatives; ensure clienteling through client books, outreach, and loyalty programs
• Empower the team to personalize customer experiences and resolve issues effectively; lead customer data capture to support marketing and repeat business
• Recruit, onboard, and develop diverse talent; provide coaching, manage underperformance, and act as Store Leader in their absence
• Set clear performance goals and review KPIs (traffic, conversion, UPT, AUR); coach team members to achieve results
• Own store sales plans and forecasts; create action plans to address business opportunities and inspire the team to exceed performance standards
• Champion Kate Spade's aesthetic and philosophy; maintain brand and operating standards; execute visual directives and ensure store environment excellence
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling, facility security, and schedule management; manage payroll budgets and adjust staffing to business needs
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety, and loss prevention standards; support inventory management, cycle counts, and shipment accuracy
• Manage live stream shopping sessions and leverage social media trends to drive customer engagement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle, or comparable environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experience with retail management systems
• Ability to analyze selling reports, identify trends, and react quickly to market changes
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom

Skills

Experience

2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle retailing, or comparable environment. A combination of relevant education and professional experience will be considered.

Education

No specific educational requirements stated; high school diploma or equivalent is typically expected in retail leadership roles, though a combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 25 to USD 35 per hour.

Benefits

Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(K), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, Tuition assistance

Culture

Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.