Neiman Marcus Sales Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $78,007–90,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.
Sales Manager role at Saks Fifth Avenue in Atlanta—lead Women's RTW, Gifts & Children's departments. $78,007–$90,000 annually plus bonus.
Role & Responsibilities
- Recruit, onboard, and develop sales associates with emphasis on building strong talent pipelines and bench strength
- Train direct reports on product knowledge, selling techniques, clienteling tools, and brand standards through ongoing education initiatives
- Establish and enforce performance accountability across the team, providing regular feedback and coaching on professional development opportunities
- Conduct performance evaluations and calibrate compensation and recognition fairly, addressing performance gaps with targeted improvement strategies
- Develop team members' personal brand as fashion authorities through social media engagement, influencer networking, and client base expansion
- Maintain high floor visibility to model exceptional service, coach selling behaviors, and facilitate client appointments that maximize results
- Execute all client development initiatives in-store, collaborating with store leadership, marketing, vendors, and merchants to identify and engage top clients
- Analyze client spend data and shopping patterns to identify opportunities for increased wallet share and repeat business
- Drive new client acquisition and strengthen existing relationships through proactive outreach, social media platforms, referrals, and networking
- Oversee scheduling and daily task prioritization while managing department controls and stockroom compliance
- Establish well-developed operational plans, anticipate risks and roadblocks, and adjust execution to maintain excellence
- Track progress against departmental strategies and sales goals, leveraging business data and industry trends to identify opportunities
- Resolve customer and team conflicts promptly and fairly, empowering direct reports to take ownership of problem resolution
- Champion change initiatives within the team and communicate clearly on benefits and challenges to stakeholders
- Share best practices, new ideas, and market insights with the team to drive continuous improvement in business performance
Qualifications
- Supervisory experience managing a team of direct reports
- Proven track record of success managing a selling and operations workforce and achieving measurable business results
- Proficiency with clienteling tools, social media platforms, and Google Workspace applications (advanced proficiency preferred)
- Demonstrated history of building, leading, motivating, and coaching teams to achieve objectives
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to structure messages logically using appropriate mediums
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high personal and environmental standards
- Ability to stand, bend, climb stairs, and lift and carry up to 10 pounds as required
- Flexibility to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
Skills
Experience
Relevant retail leadership experience with a proven track record of managing a selling and operations workforce. Supervisory experience managing direct reports is required. Candidates should demonstrate a history of building, leading, and motivating teams to achieve business objectives in a fast-paced retail environment.
Education
4-year degree preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 78,007 to USD 90,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount, voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital and accident insurance, opportunity for career advancement across the multi-brand luxury retail organization.
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.
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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