Sales Experience, Director- Chicago

060 SAKS & CO LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discount

Job summary

Neiman Marcus in Chicago is seeking a Store Director to lead a luxury store, driving sales, service, and operational excellence. You will oversee the selling floor and back‑of‑house, uphold brand standards, and guide profitability with a hands‑on leadership style.

You will recruit, coach and empower a core management team, own the P&L, control expenses, and deliver exceptional client experiences while maximizing productivity and growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail leadership with luxury/high-volume env.
• Strong business acumen including P&L, payroll, controllable expenses.
• Ability to lead and develop a management team and foster high-performance culture.
• Experience driving sales growth through client engagement strategies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on decision-making.
• Experience in recruiting and filling open positions with urgency.
• Knowledge of HR processes and ability to execute HR functions for the store.
• Ability to balance operations ownership with client experience focus.

Responsibilities

• Hands on leadership to ensure High Performance results around Operations KPIs.
• Understand the P&L and manage controllable expenses within trends.
• Manage staffing and payroll to align with business needs.
• Drive sales growth and client experience aligned with brand standards.
• Lead and coach the Core Management Team; develop associates.
• Oversee recruitment and urgent filling of open roles.
• Execute HR functions and ensure store HR compliance.

Skills

Retail leadership

P&L awareness

Team development

Client experience focus

Communication skills

Problem solving

Recruiting & HR

Operations management

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards, Fantasy Gifts, seasonal campaigns, and “Retail-tainment” initiatives. Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. It serves customers across its 36 stores, digital channels, and through remote selling. It is part of Exemplar Luxury Group's portfolio of world-class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

YOU WILL BE

Under the direction of the Vice President, General Manager (VP/GM), the Store Director is responsible for driving the overall results of the store, positive client interactions, and for building and leading a selling and high performance operations organization; driving performance through direct oversight of the selling and operations process. They ensure proper processes are followed and manage resources efficiently to drive business and maximize productivity and profit. This role represents the brand standards across all aspects of the business. This position will promote our Company’s culture, values, and mission, while fostering a positive working environment that encourages diversity, mutual respect and teamwork.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Operations Ownership Hands on leadership in order to ensure High Performance results around Operations Key Performance Indicators

Understand the Profit & Loss (P&L) and ensure Store Controllable Expense is in line with the business trend

Manage staffing level and payroll expense based on business trends; ensure appropriate associate coverage for selling floor and support areas

Selling and Client Experience Ownership Drive maximum sales and growth in line with company vision and values Builds a strong service and selling team that operates consistent with SFA standards

Partner with the VP/GM and Area Marketing Director to determine appropriate strategies and action plans for the store to yield positive results through Top Client and Top Advisor Strategies Hands on support with daily customer service behaviors

People Directly oversees a Core Management Team and provide consistent and frequent communication so all team members are aware of the store vision, goals, and expectations Serve as coach to the Core Management team to develop, motivate, and train all associates in all aspects of their store

Lead the recruitment efforts and actively hire and fill open roles with a sense of urgency Work side-by-side on the floor and work closely with your teams to ensure all operational, selling and client needs are met Set goals for Associates in alignment with SFA objectives and recognize outstanding performance to increase engagement Execute all HR Functions for the store

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Proven experience in retail leadership, preferably in a high-volume or luxury retail environment, with a track record of achieving sales, operational, and customer service goals.
• Strong business acumen, including understanding of Profit & Loss (P&L), payroll management, and controllable expenses.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a management team, fostering a high-performance, customer-focused culture.
• Experience driving sales growth through client engagement strategies and team development.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to align teams on store vision, goals, and operational priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to act hands‑on when needed.
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent, with a sense of urgency in filling open positions.
• Knowledge of HR processes and ability to execute HR functions for the store effectively.
• Ability to balance operational ownership with a focus on delivering outstanding client experiences.

YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT NEIMAN MARCUS

• 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

SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS

The salary for this position is between $94,798.85 - 118,498.57 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for bonus.

Benefits: 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).

Salary Range $94,799 - $118,499* 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.

Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Exemplar Luxury Group is a world‑renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world. On its website and app, Exemplar Luxury Group offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Exemplar Luxury Group for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world‑class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally.