Specialist, Marketplace Growth

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

YOU WILL BE: 

The Marketplace E-commerce Growth Specialist is responsible for driving the online performance and growth of the Marketplace division. This role involves analyzing performance data, collaborating with external vendors, and reviewing product assortments to achieve sales targets 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.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Partner with the manager to implement comprehensive Marketplace vendor strategies aligned with overall business objectives and online sales targets.

• Act as primary point of contact on digital questions and feedback from brand partners, including site merchandising, digital, and marketing.

• Track, analyze, and report on key brand performance metrics (e.g., sales, conversion rates, average order value, traffic). Use findings to optimize Marketplace assortment strategy (e.g., best and worst sellers, pricing architecture).

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

• Manage markdown and promotional cadence in alignment with total Saks Global strategy, including confirming participation with brand partners, submitting and overseeing execution of price changes, and monitoring competitor activities to adjust strategies as needed. 

• Work closely with the Marketplace Operations team to ensure product information accuracy and consistency across online touchpoints (e.g., collection launches, markdowns).

• Partner with Saks.com Category Growth teams to ensure seamless integration of Marketplace brands’ within total site strategies and merchandising.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Required Qualifications (Minimum Requirements):

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

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

• 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.   

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Preferred Qualifications (nice to haves):

• Experience communicating and working with external vendors is a plus.

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.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.