Saks Fifth Avenue Sales Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $85,808–107,260/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jul 13, 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.
Saks Fifth Avenue Sales Manager - Designer Ready to Wear in Beverly Hills, FL. Lead luxury retail sales team, manage client relationships, drive revenue. Full-time position.
Role & Responsibilities
- Actively recruit, hire, and onboard high-quality sales talent; develop and maintain a strong talent bench to support departmental growth
- Train, mentor, and coach direct reports on product knowledge, selling behaviors, and clienteling skills; establish clear performance objectives aligned with departmental goals
- Foster accountability across the team by consistently enforcing policies, procedures, and performance standards while providing constructive feedback and development opportunities
- Maintain high visibility on the selling floor to model exceptional client service, facilitate client appointments, and build sustainable relationships through personalized outreach
- Execute all client development initiatives, including in-store events and experiences, in collaboration with store leadership, marketing, and merchant partners
- Drive sales growth by developing a deep understanding of client behaviors and preferences; leverage data-driven insights to identify patterns in client spend and wallet-share opportunities
- Utilize clienteling tools, social media platforms, and available technology to enhance client acquisition, retention, and engagement; mentor team members in developing their personal brand and social selling presence
- Oversee departmental scheduling and task prioritization while maintaining sensitivity to promotional calendars and business needs
- Monitor business drivers, industry trends, and competitive positioning; apply market intelligence to identify and pursue new growth opportunities
- Resolve work-related concerns and escalations with fairness and minimal disruption; empower team to take ownership of customer problems and resolve them promptly
- Champion change initiatives, explaining benefits and challenges to affected stakeholders; share best practices and new ideas with team to drive continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Proven supervisory experience managing a team of direct reports
- Demonstrated track record of success in selling and operations workforce management with measurable business results
- Proficiency in clienteling tools and social media platforms for customer engagement and relationship building
- Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace programs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to structure messages clearly and select appropriate communication channels
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
- Luxury retail fashion experience preferred
- 4-year degree preferred
Skills
Experience
Relevant experience in leading a sales team with demonstrated success managing a selling and operations workforce. Luxury retail fashion background strongly preferred. Proven ability to achieve business results through team development and client-focused selling strategies.
Education
4-year degree preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Beverly Hills, Florida, United States of America, within easy reach of Miami.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 85,808 to USD 107,260 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance), employee discount, career advancement opportunities.
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
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