Saks Fifth Avenue Sales Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $74,615–93,269/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 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.
The Sales Manager leads the in-store sales experience at Saks Fifth Avenue, driving client relationships, repeat business, clienteling, team development, and achievement of store goals. The role requires a four-year degree and at least 3 years of management experience with comparable sales volume or a proven record of managing a selling workforce; the annual salary range is $74,615–$93,269.
Role & Responsibilities
- Establish strong client relationships and grow repeat business to achieve sales and event goals.
- Deliver memorable shopping experiences and plan client appointments to maximize results.
- Make the most of each client appointment to address the client’s fashion needs.
- Inform clients about in-store events to enhance their Saks experience and increase engagement.
- Assess client spending and identify opportunities to increase engagement and share of wallet.
- Increase new client acquisition through marketing tools such as ccA+, social media, referrals, and networking.
- Build a personal brand as a fashion authority through proactive marketing and outreach.
- Use social media strategically to promote a fashion-influencer profile and expand connections beyond the client base.
- Use multiple technology channels to strengthen existing relationships and acquire new clients.
- Use a clienteling tool to maintain client connections and make targeted recommendations based on shopping history and preferences.
- Use technology to provide 24/7 service.
- Stay informed about new merchandise deliveries in the store to maximize selling potential.
- Own the sales experience in the store and contribute to achieving company objectives.
- Partner across functions and draw on team skills to create a customer-centric sales experience while representing the Saks Fifth Avenue brand.
- Develop the clienteling skills and selling behaviors of a high-performing team of direct reports to drive sales.
- Maintain visibility on the selling floor to coach and develop the selling team.
- Oversee onboarding, training, ongoing education, and performance management of the selling team.
- Foster teamwork and collaboration to achieve store goals.
- Handle ad hoc responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Four-year degree.
- Proficiency with available technology, including Word and Excel.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
- At least 3 years of management experience with comparable sales volume, or a proven track record of successfully managing a selling workforce and achieving results.
Skills
Experience
At least 3 years of management experience with comparable sales volume, or a proven track record of successfully managing a selling workforce and achieving results.
Education
Four-year degree.
Workplace
The role is situated in Troy, Michigan, USA — conveniently close to Detroit.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 74,615 to USD 93,269 per annum.
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.
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
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