Specialist, Events & Experiences

Salary Range $64,469 - $80,586* Job Description: What This Position is All About The Specialist, Events and Experiences is responsible for supporting the creation and execution of Saks Fifth Avenue's event strategy, maximizing exposure for Saks Fifth Avenue in the local marketplace, and effectively acting as a liaison between Saks Fifth Avenue's Merchant Team, vendor community and all Saks Fifth Avenue retail stores. Who You Are: You have the ability to manage several projects at one time in a highly organized and effective manner. You have a strong sense of urgency and an ability to problem solve using a variety of approaches You are an innovative, detail oriented professional with strong planning, implementation and execution skills. You have strong partnership skills for use in both internal and external communities to develop and execute all event marketing programs. You are a creative and "out-of-the-box" thinker when it comes to developing new and unique event ideas that differentiate Saks Fifth Avenue. You Also Have: 4-year college degree (Marketing, Business or Communications preferred) or equivalent experience. 3-4 years relevant event experience in fashion, entertainment or retail industries. Strong skills in Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Google Docs. As The Specialist, Events and Experiences, You Will: Coordinate and manage events across all Saks Fifth Avenue doors, and conduct the analysis and results review for recommendations for future events. Assist with planning and execution of new store openings and major renovations Support event planning and logistics including store communication, creation/communication of turnkey event formats & event directives, budget and recap process. Execute marquee events to include invitation development, décor design and show production in all Saks full-line stores. Manage event budgets and seasonal vendor chargebacks for events for all Saks full-line stores. Assist with national initiatives including focus weeks, brand launches, and holiday activations. Proactively analyze event results in order to refine and improve future events which continue to develop business opportunities and maximize sales. Ad hoc responsibilities as needed Your Life and Career at SFA: Be a 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: Benefits package for all eligible full-time Associates (including medical, vision and dental) An amazing Associate discount SFA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SFA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SFA welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)