Visual Supervisor

060 SAKS & CO LLC; Boston; On-site; PHP 2,500,717 - 3,126,744; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Voluntary benefits

Associate discount

Job summary

Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking a Visual Supervisor to create engaging, trend-driven shopping environments that support full-price merchandise sales and store profitability. You will collaborate with the Visual Manager and Corporate Visual guidelines to align on floor plans, signage, and seasonal updates.

The role requires hands-on design and fabrication input, leadership of the Sales Support Team, and a strong background in visual storytelling, with proficiency in Photoshop/Illustrator and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years visual merchandising experience in a high-volume store.
• Portfolio of completed installations required.
• Proficiency with visual merchandising tools and safe installation techniques.
• Strong knowledge of fashion styling, trends, and design aesthetics.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, trend-driven shopping environments to support sales and store profitability.
• Collaborate with leadership to tailor corporate visual directives for the store.
• Lead seasonal updates and floor plan alignment with managers.
• Design visual collateral and document setups for corporate campaigns.
• Train sales teams on product presentation and visual standards.
• Plan and execute store events and visual merchandising activities.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Leadership

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

Communication

Trend analysis

Attention to detail

Floor planning

Color theory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising/Design

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary Range: $29.48 - $36.86*

About Saks Fifth Avenue

Saks Fifth Avenue is a leading luxury fashion destination, delivering unique shopping experiences and personalized service since 1924. The brand combines a strong digital customer experience with a physical presence in 14 flagship locations across North America.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Visual Manager and aligned with Corporate Visual guidelines, the Visual Supervisor creates an engaging, trend‑driven shopping environment that supports full‑price merchandise sales and overall store profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate with a strong sense of urgency and efficiency, consistently meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Collaborate with the Visual Manager, Senior Leadership Team and Corporate Visual Department to interpret and tailor corporate visual directives for the store.
• Lead visual innovation by introducing seasonal updates, working with the Assistant General Merchandise Manager and department managers for alignment on floor plans, signage, and scheduling.
• Design and prepare visual collateral that supports brand storytelling and promotional initiatives; submit photo documentation for corporate‑directed setups.
• Compile and distribute meeting notes to keep cross‑functional teams aligned on visual priorities.
• Assist in managing the visual merchandising budget, making fiscally responsible decisions.
• Ensure all assigned areas align with Corporate Visual standards through strategic merchandise placement and presentation.
• Train and coach Sales Support Team members and Sales Associates on best practices for product presentation and visual floor standards.
• Lead and support merchandise shop setups, seasonal installations, and floor moves, ensuring timely execution.
• Create an exciting visual environment that attracts customers, encourages shopper interest, and drives sales.
• Monitor store environment and relay concerns to the team for resolution.
• Assist with planning, coordination, execution, and recovery of corporate and local events, both in‑store and at off‑site locations.
• Role‑model the Saks Fifth Avenue customer experience and mentor visual team members to enhance styling skills and brand understanding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of visual merchandising experience in a high‑volume, multi‑level department store; portfolio of completed installations required.
• Professional carpentry and visual merchandising tool skills for safe and efficient installation.
• Proficiency in painting techniques and seasonal set‑up aesthetics.
• Strong background in fashion styling, current fashion, design, and art trends.
• Floral arrangement skills and knowledge of flower varieties appreciated.
• Experienced in signage installation with focus on placement, scale, and visual accuracy.
• Solid understanding of materials, production techniques, and fabrication methods for visual displays.
• Design fundamentals knowledge, including composition, color theory, and lighting application.
• Technological proficiency: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to articulate visual concepts and collaborate across teams.
• Quick learner, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, thriving in fast‑paced, team‑oriented environments.
• Preference for a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, or a related field.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits (e.g., critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance).
• Associate discount on luxury merchandise.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Saks is an inclusive environment for all employees.