Saks Global Selling Advisor (Contemporary)

About Saks Global

A contemporary fashion house operating within the luxury retail sector, typically part of a global luxury group. The brand is distinguished by refined design sensibilities, a direct-to-client retail model and a commitment to elevated in-store experiences that reflect its aesthetic and craftsmanship.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver exemplary, client-focused service that embodies the brand's standards and fosters long-term client relationships.
• Achieve and exceed individual and store sales targets through proactive selling, clienteling and needs-based recommendations.
• Maintain thorough product knowledge across collections and communicate key features, fit and craftsmanship to clients.
• Execute clienteling activities including follow-ups, appointment management and after-sales service to maximise retention.
• Support store visual merchandising standards and ensure presentation aligns with current campaigns and seasonal resets.
• Manage point-of-sale transactions, returns and gift services accurately while adhering to cash-handling and loss-prevention procedures.
• Contribute to stockroom operations: receiving, replenishment, inventory counts and stock accuracy.
• Participate in store events, private appointments and local marketing initiatives to increase footfall and brand visibility.

Qualifications

• Proven aptitude for high-touch luxury or contemporary retail selling; prior boutique or department store experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with polished presentation and client-facing professionalism.
• Demonstrable ability to build rapport quickly, manage relationships and convert appointments into sales.
• Flexibility to work retail hours including evenings, weekends and peak trading periods.
• Attention to detail, reliability and a strong sense of personal accountability for store standards and client satisfaction.

Skills

Experience

Typically 1–2 years of retail experience; experience within contemporary or luxury fashion environments is strongly preferred. Proven track record of meeting sales targets and managing client relationships is advantageous.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certificate in retail, fashion or a related discipline desirable but not mandatory.

Workplace

Culture

The workplace emphasises client obsession, sartorial excellence and personal presentation, with a collaborative shop-floor culture and a focus on continuous product and service training. Team members are expected to uphold elevated brand standards while contributing to an energetic, customer-centric retail environment.

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