Saks Global Senior Designer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
About Saks Global
Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH and other luxury retail and e‑commerce experiences. The organization leverages extensive customer data, dedicated merchandising and digital capabilities, and strategic brand partnerships to deliver a highly curated luxury shopping experience across physical and digital channels.
Senior Designer role based in New York offering creative leadership in luxury design; remote opportunity available.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the design and conceptualization of products or campaigns from ideation through execution
- Mentor junior designers and provide strategic creative direction to cross-functional teams
- Collaborate with product development, marketing, and merchandising departments to align design vision with business objectives
- Oversee design projects ensuring adherence to brand guidelines, quality standards, and timelines
- Present design concepts and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in design principles, aesthetics, and trend forecasting within luxury markets
- Portfolio showcasing significant design contributions and creative leadership on complex projects
- Advanced proficiency in design software and tools relevant to the role (CAD, Adobe Suite, or equivalent)
- Proven ability to lead design teams and influence cross-functional collaboration
- Strong understanding of luxury brand positioning and consumer psychology
Skills
Experience
Minimum 8–10 years of progressive design experience within luxury, fashion, or premium consumer goods sectors, with demonstrated advancement to leadership or senior individual contributor roles.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Fashion, or related creative discipline; advanced certification or equivalent professional experience may substitute for formal degree.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Saks Global fosters a fast‑paced, customer‑centric culture rooted in luxury merchandising and digital innovation. Teams are collaborative and data‑informed, offering exposure to cross‑functional career paths across retail, distribution and e‑commerce.
About Cerulean
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