Specialist, Category Growth, Bergdorf Goodman

Salary Range $62,400 - $80,200*

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks OFF 5TH. Powered by our talented colleagues, we are redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience across our store network and e-commerce platforms. Through strong partnerships with the world’s most esteemed brands, cutting-edge technology and the industry’s most comprehensive luxury customer data, Saks Global is shaping the future of retail.

YOU WILL BE: 

The E-commerce Category Specialist is responsible for driving the online performance and growth of assigned product categories. This role involves optimizing the online customer experience, managing product presentation and information, analyzing performance data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve sales targets and enhance profitability within the e-commerce channel. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of e-commerce best practices, market trends, and consumer behavior, coupled with excellent analytical and communication skills.

YOU WILL DO:

• Partner with the manager to implement comprehensive e-commerce category strategies aligned with overall business objectives and online sales targets.

• Collaborate with merchandising and buying teams to influence product assortment and productivity

• Ensures merchandising is aligned with best practices and executed in a timely manner to ensure an intuitive and engaging shopping experience. (ex. navigation, product array, search results, features items, linking strategy, etc). Partners with Digital Experience teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize site experience

• Maintain effective product categorization, filtering, and navigation to enhance user experience.  Partner with ISU to implement any changes

• Ensure product information accuracy and consistency across all online touchpoints.

• Track, analyze, and report on key category and brand performance metrics (e.g., sales, conversion rates, average order value, traffic, bounce rates).

• Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies as needed.

• Work closely with buying/merchandising teams to align online and offline strategies and ensure optimal product availability.

• Collaborate with the digital experience teams to implement website enhancements and resolve technical issues.

• Fields ad hoc requests, present findings and proactively deliver recommendations that inform strategy. Synthesizes large data sets into digestible takeaways that drive action

YOU WILL BRING:

Required Qualifications (Minimum Requirements):

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in category management, preferably within an ecommerce environment. Experience in retail buying, merchandising, or digital marketing can also be valuable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, E-commerce, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms, functionalities, and best practices.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.  

YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL:

• 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

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). 

Saks Global 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 Saks Global and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact a recruiter.

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.

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.