Visual Manager

Saks Global; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 67,832 - 84,790; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing employee discount

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Saks Fifth Avenue in Sarasota, FL seeks a Visual Manager to shape in-store visuals and drive profitability of full-priced merchandise. Under the Store Director, you will lead displays, signage, lighting, and event presentations to attract customers and elevate the luxury shopping experience.

The role requires a 2–4 year degree, 5+ years of visual experience, and a portfolio; you must be able to lift 25+ pounds and climb ladders.

Qualifications

• 2–4 year degree in Fashion Merchandising and/or Fine Arts concentration.
• 5+ years of visual experience with increasing responsibility.
• Portfolio or samples required.
• Ability to lift and carry 25+ pounds and climb ladders as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee placement, standards of execution, and store layout through displays, fixtures, signing, marketing, lighting, wall presentations, and assets.
• Support brand campaigns in-store and windows to enhance visual impact and drive sales of full-priced merchandise.
• Take a leadership role in communication, direction, and flow challenges within the store.
• Create visual impact to provide customer excitement and interest per company guidelines.
• Ad-hoc responsibilities.

Skills

Team leadership

Visual merchandising

Event planning

Creative ideas

Education

2–4 year degree in Fashion Merchandising and/or Fine Arts

Job description

Salary Range $67,832 - $84,790*

Job Description

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 direction of the Store Director, the Visual Manager creates a shopping environment, which incorporates fashion trend statements, visual presentations, and promotional events to support the sale of full‑priced merchandise and the profitability of the store.

You Will Do

• Oversee and implement all placement, standards of execution, and guideline directives with a hand in overall flow, merchandising, and store layout through displays, fixtures, signing, marketing, lighting, wall presentations, and assets
• Achieve brand consistency and enhancements by supporting corporate branding plans: in‑store campaigns, windows, etc.
• Take a leadership role in communication, direction, and flow challenges within the store
• Create visual impact to provide customer excitement and interest per company guidelines
• Ad‑hoc responsibilities

You Will Bring

• 2‑4 year degree in Fashion Merchandising and/or Fine Arts concentration
• 5+ years of related visual experience in positions of increasing responsibility
• Ability to lift and carry 25+ pounds, climb ladders, operate equipment efficiently and in accordance with safety regulations, and work with substances such as paint, glue gun, etc.
• Experience in event planning, art exhibition or installation. Portfolio or examples of previous work samples required.
• Ability to build morale and spirit within the team & bring out the best performance and potential in others.
• Generate a variety of approaches to including new and novel ideas
• Drive positive outcomes through goals & monitors progress.
• Constantly look for ways to improve the way things are done & and challenging conventions.

Your Life And Career At Saks Fifth Avenue

• 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).

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 [Contact Name/Department/Email].

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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