Temporary Associate

Role Overview 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 how to incorporate Kate Spade products into their wardrobe. Key Responsibilities Greet guests warmly, demonstrate 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. Show 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. Qualifications & 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 lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom. Working Conditions Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business—including nights, weekends, busy season, and high‑traffic retail days (including public holidays). Compensation & Benefits Base Pay Range: $15.00–$19.25 per hour. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision insurance; 401(k); Paid Paternity and Maternity leave; Commuter Benefits; Disability insurance; Tuition assistance. See complete list of U.S. Corporate Compensation & Benefits. Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Kate Spade is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected category. The company will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs under the Americans with Disabilities Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr kate spade new york