Saks Global Assistant Buyer, Designer Shoes
- Location
- San FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
About Saks Global
Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH and other luxury retail and e‑commerce experiences. The organization leverages extensive customer data, dedicated merchandising and digital capabilities, and strategic brand partnerships to deliver a highly curated luxury shopping experience across physical and digital channels.
Saks Direct seeks Assistant Buyer for designer footwear in San Francisco. Join the buying team to source, negotiate, and optimize luxury shoe collections.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support seasonal buying cycles and collection development for designer footwear lines
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging designer shoe trends and opportunities
- Liaise with designer brands and vendors to negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules
- Monitor sales performance and inventory levels, providing recommendations for assortment optimization
- Prepare buying reports, trend forecasts, and category performance analyses
- Attend market showrooms and trade events to evaluate new styles and collections
Qualifications
- Demonstrated knowledge of luxury designer footwear market and brand positioning
- Proficiency in inventory management systems and buying software
- Strong analytical and forecasting abilities
- Excellent vendor and internal stakeholder communication skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Skills
Experience
2–4 years of buying, merchandising, or category management experience in luxury or designer retail preferred; or equivalent experience in fashion brand merchandising
Education
Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Business, or related field preferred
Workplace
The role is situated in San Francisco, California, USA.
Culture
Saks Global fosters a fast‑paced, customer‑centric culture rooted in luxury merchandising and digital innovation. Teams are collaborative and data‑informed, offering exposure to cross‑functional career paths across retail, distribution and e‑commerce.
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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