Interim Supervisor
Kate Spade seeks an Interim Supervisor in Carlsbad, CA — temporary retail leadership role at $18–$20/hr to manage store operations and team performance.
Overview
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand known for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic across handbags, ready-to-wear, footwear, jewelry and home décor. The brand is part of Tapestry, Inc., a global house of fashion brands that emphasizes creativity, inclusion and customer-focused retail experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Supervise daily store operations, including opening/closing procedures and cash handling to ensure operational excellence.
- Lead, coach and develop the sales team through real-time feedback, performance management and gap-based training.
- Drive sales performance and local execution of merchandising directives to meet or exceed store KPIs.
- Deliver exemplary customer service and resolve escalations with tact and diplomacy to protect the brand experience.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure floor readiness, including stockroom organization and replenishment.
- Support inventory control and loss-prevention practices, conducting spot checks and enforcing company policies.
- Assist with scheduling and workforce management to align staffing with peak traffic and sales cycles.
- Uphold compliance with company policies, ADA accommodations, and local labor and safety regulations.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated supervisory aptitude with the ability to coach and develop team members effectively.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding retail sales targets and delivering high customer satisfaction.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and de-escalate sensitive situations.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Skills
Experience
Typically 1–3 years of retail experience with at least one year in a supervisory or lead capacity; experience in specialty or lifestyle retail preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or degree in business, retail management or a related field is a plus.
Benefits
Health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan eligibility, paid time off, employee product discounts, incentive compensation.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters an optimistic, creative and customer-centric workplace rooted in the brand's distinctive aesthetic. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, the organization emphasizes inclusivity, professional development and collaborative team environments where candid feedback and learning are encouraged.