Assistant Store Leader: Drive Omni-Channel Service & Team Growth

kate spade new york; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401 (K)

Paid Paternity and Maternity leave

Commuter Benefits

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Kate Spade New York is seeking an Assistant Store Leader to partner with the Store Leader to maximize store productivity and profitability through leadership, coaching, and operational excellence. You set the tone on the sales floor, elevate service through omni-channel and virtual selling, and create an inclusive environment where associates can thrive as their authentic selves.

You will recruit, onboard, and develop diverse talent; manage KPIs like traffic, conversion, UPT, and AUR; oversee

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experienced with retail systems.
• Ability to analyze selling reports, identify trends, and react quickly.
• Strong English language proficiency.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, peak season.

Responsibilities

• Model service behaviors and selling standards; lead a high-energy, client-focused environment.
• Drive omni-channel and virtual selling; ensure clienteling through client books, outreach, and loyalty programs.
• Empower the team to personalize experiences and resolve customer issues effectively.
• Lead customer data capture to support marketing and repeat business.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop diverse talent; provide coaching and manage underperformance.
• Set clear goals, review KPIs (traffic, conversion, UPT, AUR), and coach to results.
• Act as Store Leader in their absence; foster an inclusive, motivating culture.
• Own store sales plans and forecasts; create action plans to address opportunities.
• Partner with corporate teams to analyze market data and optimize strategies.
• Champion Kate Spade’s aesthetic and philosophy; maintain brand and operating standards.
• Execute visual directives and ensure an impeccable store environment.
• Communicate sell-through, stock trends, and customer feedback to improve results.
• Oversee opening/closing procedures, cash handling, and facility security.
• Manage schedules and payroll budgets; adjust staffing to business needs.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Retail systems

Job description

Kate Spade New York is seeking an Assistant Store Leader to partner with the Store Leader to maximize store productivity and profitability through leadership, coaching, and operational excellence. You set the tone on the sales floor, elevate service through omni-channel and virtual selling, and create an inclusive environment where associates can thrive as their authentic selves.

You will recruit, onboard, and develop diverse talent; manage KPIs like traffic, conversion, UPT, and AUR; oversee