Merchandise Operations Associate

Specialized Operations AssociateSalary Range $19.61 - $24.51*WHO WE ARE: Saks Fifth Avenue is a leading destination for luxury fashion, driven by a mission to help customers express themselves through relevant and inspiring style. Since its inception in 1924, the company has delivered one-of-a-kind shopping experiences, featuring an expertly curated assortment of fashion and highly personalized customer service. Its unique approach combines an emphasis on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of 33 extraordinary locations across North America for seamless, all-channel shopping. Saks Fifth Avenue is part of Saks Global's portfolio of top luxury retail brands and real estate assets.YOU WILL BE:Under the leadership of the Assistant General Manager, Operations, the Specialized Operations Associate is responsible for the daily operations of the General Office and operational functions of the Jewelry Department.WHAT YOU WILL DO:• General OfficeOpening the store: safe, controller, registers and distributing reportsMaintaining daily functions, including but not limited to; morning cash entry, processing bank deposits, reconciling chargebacks, and counting register and petty cashResolving customer issues, both internal and external, i.e. researching/payment of bills, tracking/processing customer packages• Jewelry OperationsFollows Jewelry Standards and Shipping GuidelinesReceive, verify, and properly book all jewelry in accordance with Company standardsEffectively processes re-tickets, RTV's, Transfers, ASN Shipments and price changesRetrieve and process all merchandise to be returned/transferred to the vendor in accordance with Company standardsEnsure case counts are completed, all merchandise is entered into the case count system after receipt, and all discrepancies are reconciledMaintain a repair log, track all repairs sent to the vendor or local shop, and submit repair invoicesReceive and verify all merchandise for trunk shows, assist in show set-up/take down and recap resultsPrepare and submit all special order requests and Statements of Sale when requestedCommunicate with Corporate Merchants, Account Payable, Inventory Control and vendors as neededCommon Internal Audit readiness and adherence to Internal Audit standards, including but not limited to monitoring vault/safe contents to remain up-to-date (audit ready)Assist managers and associates on the selling floor as necessaryProcess Fulfillment ordersAd hoc responsibilities as neededWHAT YOU WILL BRING:• Ability to lift cartons up to 15 lbs, climb ladders, and handle racks and carts of merchandise.• Must have strong computer skills, i.e. Google, MS Office, and adapt to changing technology• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team oriented environment that requires a high degree of multi-tasking with minimal supervision• Ability to work a flexible schedule as per business needs & adheres to Dependability standards• Demonstrates attention to detail and keeps personal work space organized• Ability to apply store policies & procedures to help in decision-making• Verbal and written communication skills; handles telephone and face to face interactions effectively and professionally• Maintains confidentiality when handling issues• Other store initiatives as assigned by managementYOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE:• Opportunity to work in a innovative environment with a company experiencing transformational growth• 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 discountSALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS:Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. 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).