What This Position is All About

Under the direction of the Assistant General Manager of Operations, or a member of the store’s leadership team, the Manager, Merchandising Operations is responsible for overseeing all back of the house and front of the house operational functions, i.e. processing inbound merchandise, placement and presentation of merchandise on the selling floor, and the processing of merchandise off the selling floor and out of the store, in accordance with established Saks Fifth Avenue productivity and process standards.

Who You Are:

• Innate ability to gain ground without damaging relationships. Can be both assertive but diplomatic.
• Drives positive outcomes through objectives & measures, while monitoring progress & results effectively. Adept at course-correcting within a fast-paced environment.
• You inspire others with your vision and sense of purpose. You have an optimistic spirit and celebrate wins and symbols of progress to rally support behind the vision.
• Constantly looking for ways to improve the way things are done while driving personal results. Comfortable with change and challenging conventions.

You Also Have:

• 4-year degree (preferred)
• 3-5 years supervisory experience in retailing environment in visual or merchandising capacity.
• Proficiency in utilizing available technology, especially Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to lift and carry boxes (approx. weight 50 lbs), move and maneuver rolling equipment (pallets, flatbed carts, rolling racks), climb safety ladders (approx. 6 feet)

As The Manager, Merchandising Operations You Will:

• Oversee processing of inbound merchandise within established company time frame, ensuring that new receipts are on the selling floor prior to store opening.
• Supervise the merchandising of the selling floor to corporate visual presentation standards
• Oversee processing of outbound merchandise transfers and returns to vendors (RTV)
• Direct and execute markdowns and price changes, re-ticketing, sends, repairs, sell off consolidation, order supplies, etc.

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