Saks Fifth Avenue Sales Associate
- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–23.10/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 1, 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.
Saks Fifth Avenue is hiring seasonal holiday sales associates in New York. $15–$23.10/hr, benefits, flexible schedule.
Role & Responsibilities
- Implement appropriate selling behaviors and exceed sales plans
- Develop and cultivate a strong clientele base
- Maintain comprehensive product knowledge across all offered brands
- Collaborate with vendor partners to maximize sales opportunities through consultative selling and client engagement
- Execute store events and promotional initiatives to drive client growth
Qualifications
- Accomplished sales track record with demonstrated client focus
- Passion and expertise in fashion and luxury retail
- Ability to work collaboratively and elevate team performance
- Confidence and goal-driven mindset
- Strong perspective on improving operational processes
Skills
Experience
Proven accomplishment in retail sales with a track record of exceeding performance targets and developing sustainable client relationships in a luxury or high-end retail environment.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 23.10 per hour.
Benefits
401(k) retirement plan, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, employee discount, flexible schedule, paid time off, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary benefits including critical illness and accident insurance.
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.
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