Sales Manager, Handbags

Exemplar Luxury Group; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 78,007 - 97,009; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Employee discount

401(k) plan

Job summary

Neiman Marcus in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Sales Manager, Handbags to lead the department and deliver a premier luxury shopping experience. You will drive sales, manage partnerships with vendors, and mentor a high-performing team.

This role requires 4+ years in luxury fashion retail, a proven results track record, and the ability to plan budgets and curb expenses while maximizing revenue.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of luxury retail fashion experience.
• Track record achieving results.
• History of building, leading, motivating, and coaching teams.
• “Win together” mentality.
• Certain roles may require standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.
• Schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Move towards the achievement of maximum sales and growth following company vision and values in partnership with other functional leads for department.
• Oversee all aspects of merchandise and communications with merchant and vendor partners (e.g., presentation, returns, and damages).
• Manage team execution, anticipating and adjusting for risks and roadblocks to maintain within department(s).
• Contribute to strategic goals for the store and set priorities by department.
• Review business with applicable Buyers for department and discusses action plans to produce positive results.
• Establish plans and strategies in partnership with Client Development Lead(s).
• Develop understanding of and analyze internal and external customer behaviors, trends, and preferences, adjusting processes and standards accordingly (e.g., focus programs).
• Plan and complete departmental budgets and ensures guidelines are being followed to minimize operating expenses and maximize revenue.
• Support audit compliance to enforce department and stockroom controls, as applicable.
• Manage people, product and placement, and sales promotion within department.

Skills

Luxury retail experience

Leadership

Sales management

Team coaching

Job description

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 Saks Global’s portfolio of world‑class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

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 Saks Global’s portfolio of world‑class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

You Will Be

The Sales Manager, Handbags is responsible for the sales experience of a Neiman Marcus store department, facilitating partnerships across departments, driving team towards goals, and using team skills to build a customer‑oriented sales experience, all while being a steward of Neiman Marcus. You will work on‑site in the assigned location and report to a Senior Group Manager.

• Move towards the achievement of maximum sales and growth following company vision and values in partnership with other functional leads for department
• Oversee all aspects of merchandise and communications with merchant and vendor partners (e.g., presentation, returns, and damages)
• Manage team execution, anticipating and adjusting for risks and roadblocks to maintain within department(s)
• Contribute to strategic goals for the store and set priorities by department
• Review business with applicable Buyers for department and discusses action plans to produce positive results
• Establish plans and strategies in partnership with Client Development Lead(s)
• Develop understanding of and analyze internal and external customer behaviors, trends, and preferences, adjusting processes and standards accordingly (e.g., focus programs)
• Plan and complete departmental budgets and ensures guidelines are being followed to minimize operating expenses and maximize revenue
• Support audit compliance to enforce department and stockroom controls, as applicable
• Manage people, product and placement, and sales promotion within department

Salary Range $78,007 - $97,509*

What You Will Do

• Move towards the achievement of maximum sales and growth following company vision and values in partnership with other functional leads for department
• Oversee all aspects of merchandise and communications with merchant and vendor partners (e.g., presentation, returns, and damages)
• Manage team execution, anticipating and adjusting for risks and roadblocks to maintain within department(s)
• Contribute to strategic goals for the store and set priorities by department
• Review business with applicable Buyers for department and discusses action plans to produce positive results
• Establish plans and strategies in partnership with Client Development Lead(s)
• Develop understanding of and analyze internal and external customer behaviors, trends, and preferences, adjusting processes and standards accordingly (e.g., focus programs)
• Plan and complete departmental budgets and ensures guidelines are being followed to minimize operating expenses and maximize revenue
• Support audit compliance to enforce department and stockroom controls, as applicable
• Manage people, product and placement, and sales promotion within department

What You Will Bring

• 4+ years of experience, luxury retail fashion experience
• Track record achieving results
• History of building, leading, motivating, and coaching teams
• “Win together” mentality
• Certain roles may require standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds
• Schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays

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 $97,508.75 - $117,010.49 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] [long‑term incentive compensation awards].]

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).

Thank you for your interest with Saks Global. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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 the store.

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 [e-mail].

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.