- Location
- 611 Fifth Avenue (View map)New York, NY 10022-6899USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 19, 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.
The Sales Associate delivers outstanding customer service, develops lasting client relationships and clientele, and drives sales through effective selling, product knowledge, consultative vendor partnerships, store events, and client development. Full-time position; starting pay varies by location, experience, and qualifications.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding customer service and build long-lasting client relationships.
- Implement effective selling behaviors and exceed sales plans.
- Develop a clientele base.
- Maintain and expand product knowledge of the brands offered.
- Collaborate with vendor partners to maximize sales opportunities through consultative selling, store events, and client development.
- Handle ad hoc responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated sales accomplishments and a client-focused approach.
- A passion for and knowledge of fashion.
- A goal-driven approach and confidence to succeed.
- A strong work ethic, with the ability to exceed goals and elevate others’ performance.
- Knowledge and ability to take a broad, strategic perspective.
- An interest in improving how work is done.
- Ability to contribute a unique perspective.
Skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; basic and supplemental life insurance; disability insurance; voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance; employee discount; career advancement opportunities.
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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