Salary Range $114,707 - $143,383*
Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards, Fantasy Gifts, seasonal campaigns, and "Retail-tainment" initiatives. Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. It serves customers across its 36 stores, digital channels, and through remote selling. It is part of Saks Global's portfolio of world-class luxury retailers and real estate assets.
As a Director, Sales Experience, you are responsible for sales and adoption of selling programs, by facilitating partnerships departments, driving team towards goals, and applying team skills to build a customer-focused sales experience, all while being a steward of Neiman Marcus. The Sales Experience Director works on-site in your store location and you will report to the General Manager.
Oversee Client Development team performance and goals through management of Group Selling Managers
Communicate the store vision and goals to all team members
Advocate for Neiman Marcus values and manage team to create an energized atmosphere where customer service is consistent with Neiman Marcus standards
Partner with Client Development, Brand Experience, Restaurants, Merchants, and Brands Manager and Regional team to fulfill store strategic efforts
Support the Store GM in fulfilling their responsibilities, including backfilling for GM
Determine strategic objectives in partnership with Store GM and set priorities accordingly
Analyze and develop understanding of internal / external customer behavior, trends, and preferences, adjusting processes and standards
Participate in, and in the absence of the Store GM, facilitate Store Leadership Team meetings by promoting a trusting and respectful environment for participation, idea sharing, addressing concerns / challenges, setting goals.
Partner with Merchant and Planning Organization Leaders and Regional team to determine appropriate strategies and action plans for the store to produce positive results
10+ years of relevant experience, luxury retail fashion experience
Prior retail senior management experience required
Track record achieving results across multiple businesses
History of building, motivating, and coaching teams
Previous experience navigating complex business problems, collaborating with leads across corporate functions, presenting at the executive level, working with corporate partners, and leading large-scale projects
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Advanced proficiency with MS Office Product Suite
Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
An amazing employee discount
The starting salary for this position is between $114,706 – 167,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for bonus.
We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
A legendary name in the world of retail shopping, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE is also a premier destination in the world of retail careers. As a company, we strive for excellence, we are passionate about our customers, we are a team, we are creative, we care, and we are honest and ethical. These core values not only characterize what we look for in individual Associates, they also guide us as an organization. We reward our associates for adhering to the highest level of customer service. We welcome and encourage their passion, teamwork, innovative ideas, and relationships. We listen to them eagerly; we learn from them constantly and we honor their honesty and integrity. We strive to create an environment where they can reach and surpass their potential. We reward the passion and creativity of our Associates, providing them with training, development, and clear career paths, as well as an environment that is respectful, diverse and excitingly fast-paced. We hope you will consider joining us at Saks.