What This Position is All About

The Area Events & Client Experiences Marekting Manager is responsible for overseeing the creation and execution of a strategic marketing program across multiple Saks Fifth Avenue stores. Working closely with the store General Managers, store marketing teams and corporate marketing team, he/she will be responsible for driving the business and maximizing exposure for Saks Fifth Avenue in each local marketplace.

The Area Events & Client Experiences Marketing Manager will operate with clearly defined return on investment goals for sales and client acquisition and development. This person plays a key leadership role in the store and will liaise between their own stores and the Corporate Marketing Team.

Who You Are:

• Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions. Sets and communicates a clear vision. Drives positive outcomes through objectives and measures. Monitors progress and results. Designs continuous feedback into work.
• Sees ahead clearly, is knowledgeable and has a capability for a big picture perspective. Is future oriented, and can share engaging visions or beliefs. Can create competitive and breakthrough plans or ideas.

You Also Have:

• 5-10 years of management experience and a proven track record in leading a group of independent thinkers with successful end results.
• Proven ability to research, present opportunities and execute partnerships in the community that form the basis of an aggressive outreach/acquisition customer program.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and manage budgets.
• Focused on attention to detail, taking initiative, and creating a positive working environment.
• Ability to work well with others, as well as the ability to work independently to drive a successful event.

As The Area Events & Client Experiences Marketing Manager, You Will:

• Create and execute a strategic marketing program, across multiple Saks Fifth Avenue stores, lead other Marketing Manager(s), and manage multiple location marketing budgets
• Liaise between the General Manager and the Corporate Marketing Team to analyze store’s existing client base and define appropriate opportunities to acquire new and develop existing customers
• Develops strategic and creative events that drive traffic and increase customer sales; analyze event results to assess Roi
• Communicate Saks Fifth Avenue initiatives to key regional media and secure credits for product, the Saks brand and local store teams
• Increase store visibility in the community via partnership with local publications, charitable organizations, and other beneficial groups
• Effectively collaborates with key business partners across multiple functions to drive marketing strategy such as Million Dollar Books, Journey to a Million, Brand Ambassadors, and Fifth Avenue Club style advisors

Your Life and Career at SFA:

• Be part of a world-class team; work with an adventurous spirit; think and act like an owner- operator!
• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities, from retail to supply chain, to digital or corporate.
• A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance
• Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).
• An amazing employee discount