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Sales Experience, Director- Chicago

Saks


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 94798 - 118499
Posted: 13 September 2026 (4 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 11 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment unparalleled services and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards Fantasy Gifts seasonal campaigns and Retail-tainment initiatives. Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder bringing together the worlds top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. It serves customers across its 36 stores digital channels and through remote selling. It is part of Exemplar Luxury Groups portfolio of world-class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

YOU WILL BE:

Under the direction of the Vice President General Manager (VP/GM) the Store Director is responsible for driving the overall results of the store positive client interactions and for building and leading a selling and high performance operations organization; driving performance through direct oversight of the selling and operations process. They ensure proper processes are followed and manage resources efficiently to drive business and maximize productivity and profit. This role represents the brand standards across all aspects of the business. This position will promote our Companys culture values and mission while fostering a positive working environment that encourages diversity mutual respect and teamwork.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Operations Ownership

  • Hands on leadership in order to ensure High Performance results around Operations Key Performance Indicators

  • Understand the Profit & Loss (P&L) and ensure Store Controllable Expense is in line with the business trend

  • Manage staffing level and payroll expense based on business trends; ensure appropriate associate coverage for selling floor and support areas

Selling and Client Experience Ownership

  • Drive maximum sales and growth in line with company vision and values

  • Builds a strong service and selling team that operates consistent with SFA standards

  • Partner with the VP/GM and Area Marketing Director to determine appropriate strategies and action plans for the store to yield positive results through Top Client and Top Advisor Strategies

  • Hands on support with daily customer service behaviors

People

  • Directly oversees a Core Management Team and provide consistent and frequent communication so all team members are aware of the store vision goals and expectations

  • Serve as coach to the Core Management team to develop motivate and train all associates in all aspects of their store

  • Lead the recruitment efforts and actively hire and fill open roles with a sense of urgency

  • Work side-by-side on the floor and work closely with your teams to ensure all operational selling and client needs are met

  • Set goals for Associates in alignment with SFA objectives and recognize outstanding performance to increase engagement

  • Execute all HR Functions for the store

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

  • Proven experience in retail leadership preferably in a high-volume or luxury retail environment with a track record of achieving sales operational and customer service goals.

  • Strong business acumen including understanding of Profit & Loss (P&L) payroll management and controllable expenses.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead coach and develop a management team fostering a high-performance customer-focused culture.

  • Experience driving sales growth through client engagement strategies and team development.

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to align teams on store vision goals and operational priorities.

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to act hands-on when needed.

  • Experience in recruiting hiring and retaining top talent with a sense of urgency in filling open positions.

  • Knowledge of HR processes and ability to execute HR functions for the store effectively

  • .Ability to balance operational ownership with a focus on delivering outstanding client experiences.

YOUR LIFE ANDCAREER AT NEIMAN MARCUS:

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation

  • Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution to digital or corporate

  • Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical vision and dental)

  • An amazing employee discount

SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS:

The salary for this position is between $94798.85 - 118498.57 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for bonus.

Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan basic life insurance supplemental life insurance disability insurance and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness hospital and accident insurance).

Thank you for your interest with Exemplar Luxury Group We look forward to reviewing your application.


Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Exemplar Luxury Group and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation please contact .


Salary Range $94799 - $118499*

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location experience and other job-related factors.



Required Experience:

Director