Saks Fifth Avenue Merchandise Operations Associate
- Location
- Palm Beach GardensFloridaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $17.05–21.32/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is a premier luxury department store and a cornerstone of the Saks Global portfolio. Renowned for a carefully curated assortment of designer fashion and high-touch client service, the brand blends immersive in-store experiences with an elevated digital offering across its North American locations.
Merchandise Operations Associate at Saks Fifth Avenue in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Full-time luxury retail operations role with $17.05–$21.32/hr, benefits, and career advancement.
Role & Responsibilities
- Process inbound merchandise and oversee placement and presentation on the selling floor in accordance with visual merchandising standards
- Locate requested merchandise within the store and complete customer orders with accuracy and promptness
- Maintain merchandise standards and compliance with visual presentation guidelines throughout assigned areas
- Participate in store projects including floor recovery, supply replenishment, and merchandise fill-ins as needed
- Provide excellent customer service and respond quickly to customer inquiries and requests
- Operate RF guns, point-of-sale systems, iOS devices, and proprietary retail technology platforms
- Lift cartons, climb ladders, and manage racks and carts of merchandise up to 50 pounds
- Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling based on business needs and follow through on assigned tasks
- Drive company vehicles as needed in accordance with state driver license requirements (select locations only)
Qualifications
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including climbing ladders and handling merchandise racks
- Proficiency with computer systems including RF guns, PCs, iOS devices, and retail technology platforms
- Working knowledge of Excel and Word
- Valid state driver's license for vehicle operation (where required)
- Ability to work flexible schedules aligned with business needs
- Comfort with visual merchandising standards and retail operations
Skills
Experience
No specific years of experience explicitly required; entry-level candidates with retail operations or merchandise handling background preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA, within easy reach of West Palm Beach.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 17.05 to USD 21.32 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital and accident insurance), employee discount program.
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue emphasizes a high‑standard, client‑centric retail culture that fuses creative visual storytelling with commercial rigor. The environment rewards initiative and offers cross‑functional career mobility across retail, digital and corporate disciplines within the Saks Global portfolio.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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