Saks Fifth Avenue Sales Manager
- Location
- Bal HarbourFloridaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $78,346–97,933/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jul 9, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is a premier luxury department store and a cornerstone of the Saks Global portfolio. Renowned for a carefully curated assortment of designer fashion and high-touch client service, the brand blends immersive in-store experiences with an elevated digital offering across its North American locations.
Sales Manager position at Saks Fifth Avenue in Bal Harbour, FL. Lead luxury retail sales team, drive client relationships, manage operations. $78,346–$97,933 annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Recruit, onboard, and develop a high-performing sales team, establishing a strong talent pipeline and fostering accountability across the selling force
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and performance management to drive clienteling excellence, sales behaviors, and career development opportunities for direct reports
- Establish and execute sales strategies to achieve departmental revenue targets through client acquisition, wallet-share expansion, and repeat business cultivation
- Oversee scheduling and prioritization of team activities in alignment with promotional calendar and business needs
- Execute client development initiatives including personalized consultations, event planning, and relationship management to maximize customer lifetime value
- Model exceptional service and brand values, ensuring all customer interactions reflect Saks Fifth Avenue's luxury positioning and standards
- Leverage data-driven insights to analyze client spending patterns, identify growth opportunities, and refine sales tactics accordingly
- Manage department operations including inventory controls, audit compliance, and adherence to established policies and procedures
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment that promotes team achievement, recognizes accomplishments, and resolves conflicts with fairness and transparency
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and new product deliveries to identify and capitalize on business opportunities
- Champion organizational change initiatives, communicating benefits and supporting team adaptation to new processes and strategies
Qualifications
- Proven supervisory experience managing a team of direct reports with a track record of achieving business results
- Advanced proficiency in clienteling tools and social media platforms for sales engagement and customer relationship management
- Strong proficiency with Google Workspace programs (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to structure messages logically and select appropriate communication channels
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, motivate, and coach teams toward challenging objectives
- Strong attention to detail and organizational capability
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
- Ability to stand, bend, climb stairs, and lift and carry up to 10 pounds regularly
Skills
Experience
Supervisory experience leading a selling and operations workforce in a retail environment; demonstrated success managing teams and achieving consistent business results in a customer-facing luxury retail setting.
Education
4-year degree preferred; no minimum education requirement specified.
Workplace
This position is based in Bal Harbour, Florida, USA, within easy reach of Miami.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 78,346 to USD 97,933 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, employee discount
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue emphasizes a high‑standard, client‑centric retail culture that fuses creative visual storytelling with commercial rigor. The environment rewards initiative and offers cross‑functional career mobility across retail, digital and corporate disciplines within the Saks Global portfolio.
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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