Neiman Marcus Buyer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $116,000–148,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.
Saks Global seeks experienced Buyer for Women's Designer Lifestyle category at corporate office. Lead merchandising strategy, brand partnerships, and team development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategy and product direction within assigned categories to meet sales, margin, and financial objectives
- Build customer-centered assortment framework and allocation strategy based on customer insights, trend analysis, and business performance data
- Lead market preparation activities and attend market selections in alignment with planning guardrails and brand differentiation strategy
- Coordinate buys with brand partners, collaborate on exclusive merchandise, and manage day-to-day communication regarding in-season performance and trending styles
- Review daily performance reports and work closely with Merchandise Planners to identify optimization opportunities and escalate risks
- Serve as business owner by negotiating with brand partners throughout the season to improve performance through style swaps, capsules, and markdown strategies
- Provide mentorship and hands-on training to Associate Buyers, Assistant Buyers, and Coordinators to develop future leadership talent
- Prepare monthly OTB meetings to provide strategic context, highlight opportunities, and escalate business risks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent retail experience
- 5+ years of experience in a buying office with strong understanding of buying operations and retail strategy
- Expertise in retail mathematics including markup, margin planning, OTB, WOS, T/O, GMROI, and assortment planning
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities in fast-paced environments
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with ability to build strong internal and vendor relationships
- Strong customer focus with results-driven mindset
- Highly organized with strong planning, prioritization, and conflict management skills
- Strategic thinker with agility to adapt to changing business needs
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed
Skills
Experience
5+ years in a buying office with demonstrated expertise in buying operations, retail strategy, and category management within a luxury retail environment
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent retail experience
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 116,000 to USD 148,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount, additional voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital and accident insurance
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.
About Cerulean
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