Saks Global Coordinator, People Business Partner - Bergdorf Goodman Stores

About Saks Global

Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks OFF 5TH. The organization positions itself at the intersection of high-touch service and omnichannel retail, leveraging technology and customer insight to deliver elevated experiences across stores and digital channels.

Role & Responsibilities

• Serve as the central operational coordinator for the Bergdorf Goodman store People team, ensuring consistent execution of HR processes across locations.
• Manage end-to-end onboarding logistics and new-hire administration from offer acceptance through first day.
• Process HR transactions in the HRIS (new hires, terminations, transfers, job changes, leaves of absence) and maintain audit‑ready employee records.
• Act as first point of contact for employee inquiries about HR policies, benefits, payroll and people processes; triage and route more complex matters to CoEs or People partners.
• Support offboarding, including exit interviews, separation paperwork, and timely system updates.
• Maintain accurate workforce data; prepare regular and ad hoc HR reports (headcount, turnover, compliance) and track key HR deadlines (performance reviews, I‑9 compliance, open roles).
• Coordinate recruiting logistics with Talent Acquisition: schedule interviews, manage job posting logistics and applicant tracking system updates, and support pre‑employment checks.
• Serve as the dedicated People partner for Selling Assistants and Customer Experience Coordinators — building trusted relationships, advising on day‑to‑day people matters, and escalating complex ER issues as appropriate.
• Provide administrative and project support to the PBP leadership team, coordinating meetings, timelines, trackers and team resources.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in HR, administrative, or operations support roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism handling confidential employee information.
• Clear, polished written and verbal communication consistent with a luxury brand environment.
• Proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with ownership of deliverables.
• Preferred: prior experience in retail, luxury or hospitality; familiarity with HRIS platforms and recruiting processes.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or related field, or equivalent experience.

Skills

Experience

1–3 years of practical experience in human resources, HR operations, administrative support, or a closely related function — preferably within retail, luxury, or fast‑paced client‑facing environments.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field preferred; or equivalent work experience.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 61,000 to USD 79,000 per annum.

Benefits

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, critical illness/hospital/accident voluntary benefits, employee discount

Culture

The workplace emphasizes high standards, professionalism and a customer‑centric mindset typical of luxury retail. Teams operate in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment that values discretion, attention to detail and opportunities for cross‑functional career mobility.

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.