Saks Fifth Avenue
Brand Ambassador - Men's Combo
Saks Fifth Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
What This Position is All About
A Brand Ambassador is a sales associate that drives the business through expertise on a specific vendor line. The Brand Ambassador represents the face of the brand and is responsible for technical knowledge of the product, product training and education for other SFA Associates, product feedback to the merchants and vendors, and advanced client and business development skills related to sales for the brand.
Who You Are
Inspires others with recommendations, builds trust quickly and can gain cooperation with little disruption.
Ability to effectively communicate a clear vision.
Drive positive outcomes through objectives and measures and is great at networking and relationship management.
You Also Have
Training skills and basic math skills to interpret reports, understand individual and line goals, and develop supporting selling strategies.
2+ years of selling experience in a similar product.
Excellent selling and client building skills.
As The Brand Ambassador, You Will
Drive sales for the brand in a specific category.
Develop and execute strategies to drive overall sales for the brand.
Acquire new clients and expand existing client sales to meet or exceed individual sales goals.
Strategically develop plans in partnership with leadership to support the overall local business development plan.
Execute category strategies for the brand developed by the Brand Manager or GM.
Demonstrate expertise in the customer base by knowing top customers.
Coordinate special orders, reserves, and product movement between stores to deliver customer requests.
Reinforce shortage awareness and adherence to SOP as it relates to overall profitability of the area.
Coordinate department efforts to maximize special events and trunk show focus days.
Develop partnerships with Fifth Avenue Club consultants and other store associates to promote line and increase intersell.
Educate and train SFA Associates on the technical aspects of the products (construction, fabrication, design, etc.).
Use the Monthly Recap Form to provide feedback to corporate buying office and vendor regarding specific needs, opportunities, sizing and customer requests to target future growth.
Act as a liaison between department and vendor representatives.
Leverage opportunities to share technical product knowledge to educate the customer on the characteristics of the product.
Act as a role model for Sales Associates by exhibiting the highest customer service standards.
Ad hoc responsibilities as needed.
Your Life and Career at SFA
Be part of a team of disruptors focused on stores and redefining the luxury experience.
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 Associates (including medical, vision, and dental) and an amazing associate discount.
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.
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Who You Are
Inspires others with recommendations, builds trust quickly and can gain cooperation with little disruption.
Ability to effectively communicate a clear vision.
Drive positive outcomes through objectives and measures and is great at networking and relationship management.
You Also Have
Training skills and basic math skills to interpret reports, understand individual and line goals, and develop supporting selling strategies.
2+ years of selling experience in a similar product.
Excellent selling and client building skills.
As The Brand Ambassador, You Will
Drive sales for the brand in a specific category.
Develop and execute strategies to drive overall sales for the brand.
Acquire new clients and expand existing client sales to meet or exceed individual sales goals.
Strategically develop plans in partnership with leadership to support the overall local business development plan.
Execute category strategies for the brand developed by the Brand Manager or GM.
Demonstrate expertise in the customer base by knowing top customers.
Coordinate special orders, reserves, and product movement between stores to deliver customer requests.
Reinforce shortage awareness and adherence to SOP as it relates to overall profitability of the area.
Coordinate department efforts to maximize special events and trunk show focus days.
Develop partnerships with Fifth Avenue Club consultants and other store associates to promote line and increase intersell.
Educate and train SFA Associates on the technical aspects of the products (construction, fabrication, design, etc.).
Use the Monthly Recap Form to provide feedback to corporate buying office and vendor regarding specific needs, opportunities, sizing and customer requests to target future growth.
Act as a liaison between department and vendor representatives.
Leverage opportunities to share technical product knowledge to educate the customer on the characteristics of the product.
Act as a role model for Sales Associates by exhibiting the highest customer service standards.
Ad hoc responsibilities as needed.
Your Life and Career at SFA
Be part of a team of disruptors focused on stores and redefining the luxury experience.
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 Associates (including medical, vision, and dental) and an amazing associate discount.
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.
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