Saks Global Selling Advisor — Fine Apparel
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 22, 2026
About Saks Global
A distinguished luxury fashion house specialising in fine apparel and elevated client service. The employer operates within the global luxury retail ecosystem and typically forms part of an established maison or selective retail network, offering meticulously crafted product assortments and an emphasis on experiential customer relations.
Selling Advisor at an undisclosed luxury brand in New York — client-facing fine apparel role focused on personalised sales and product expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalised client service to a discerning clientele, guiding product selection and creating memorable in-store experiences.
- Achieve and exceed individual and store sales targets through proactive prospecting, clienteling and follow-up.
- Maintain deep product knowledge across fabrics, construction and seasonal collections to advise on fit, styling and care.
- Use point-of-sale (POS) and CRM systems to log client interactions, process transactions and manage appointments.
- Support visual merchandising standards and ensure the sales floor and stockroom are presentation-ready and merchandise is replenished.
- Participate in inventory control, including receiving, tagging, and shrink-prevention procedures.
- Collaborate with store management on promotions, client events and bespoke service requests.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of retail sales, preferably 1–3 years within luxury, premium or fine apparel segments.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build, manage and retain high-value client relationships.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; professional grooming and client-facing demeanour.
- Basic numeracy and cash-handling competence; familiarity with POS systems and CRM platforms.
- Flexibility to work retail hours including evenings, weekends and peak seasonal periods.
Skills
Experience
Typically 1–3 years of direct retail selling experience, ideally within luxury, designer or premium apparel environments, with demonstrable sales achievements and client development history.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; tertiary education in fashion, retail management or a related discipline is advantageous but not mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
The workplace prioritises refined client service, product excellence and craftsmanship, where attention to detail and polished presentation are expected. Teams are collaborative and performance-driven, with an emphasis on mentoring junior talent in luxury retail standards and clienteling techniques.
About Cerulean
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