Saks Fifth Avenue Selling Advisor
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $16–21/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is an iconic luxury department store renowned for its carefully curated assortment of fashion and premium customer service across physical stores and digital channels. Operating as part of Saks Global, the brand emphasizes elevated client experiences, close vendor partnerships and career mobility across retail, distribution and corporate functions.
Saks Fifth Avenue — Selling Advisor (temporary, part-time) in Chicago. Hourly pay $16–21/hr. Seeking client-focused luxury retail sales professional.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalized client service to cultivate long-term relationships and repeat business.
- Execute consultative selling techniques to meet and exceed individual and store sales targets.
- Develop and maintain an active clientele through proactive outreach, clienteling and follow-up.
- Maintain up-to-date product knowledge across contemporary brands and translate features into client value.
- Collaborate with vendor partners and merchandising teams to maximize sales opportunities via in-store events and trunk shows.
- Support store operations and ad hoc duties as required by management during the temporary assignment.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets; demonstrable client-focused selling experience.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate product knowledge into tailored client recommendations.
- Confident, goal-driven attitude with a consistent record of reliability and initiative.
- Passion for fashion and deep familiarity with contemporary luxury brands.
- Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends, appropriate to a retail schedule.
Skills
Experience
Demonstrable retail sales experience with a history of building client relationships and achieving sales targets; experience working with luxury or contemporary fashion brands preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework or retail/fashion certifications preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 16 to USD 21 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.
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue fosters a client-centric culture rooted in luxury merchandising and personalized service. The workplace emphasizes collaboration with vendor partners and offers exposure to multi-channel retail operations and career mobility across store, distribution and corporate roles.
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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