Saks Global Assistant Buyer, Women's Shoes
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Aug 5, 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.
Assistant Buyer, Women's Shoes at Bergdorf Goodman in New York. Join the buying team for luxury footwear merchandising.
Role & Responsibilities
- Analyze and forecast consumer demand trends in women's footwear categories
- Collaborate with merchandise planners to develop seasonal buying strategies
- Evaluate vendor performance, pricing, and product quality standards
- Prepare and present merchandise assortment recommendations to senior buying team
- Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock movement across distribution channels
- Participate in market research, trade shows, and supplier meetings to identify new product opportunities
Qualifications
- Proficiency with buying systems and merchandise planning software
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with demonstrated Excel competency
- Understanding of retail operations, inventory management, and supply chain dynamics
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work collaboratively across departments
- Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Skills
Experience
2-4 years of experience in buying, merchandising, retail planning, or a related role in luxury or upscale retail environments
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, or related discipline
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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