Saks Global Manager, Category Growth
- Location
- San FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Jul 30, 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 a Manager, Category Growth to lead strategic initiatives across swim, outerwear, and kids categories in San Francisco.
Role & Responsibilities
- Direct strategic category growth initiatives across swim, outerwear, and kids product lines
- Analyze market trends and consumer insights to identify opportunities for category expansion and optimization
- Collaborate with merchandising, buying, and retail operations teams to develop and implement category-focused strategies
- Monitor key performance indicators and category metrics to ensure targets are met
- Lead cross-functional projects to enhance product assortment and category positioning
Qualifications
- Proven experience in category management or strategic merchandise planning
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities
- Track record of successfully driving category growth and market expansion
- Experience managing multiple product categories simultaneously
Skills
Experience
5-10 years of experience in retail, merchandising, or category management roles, with demonstrated success in driving category growth and commercial performance.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising, or a related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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