Executive Assistant, Buying

Saks Fifth Avenue • Direct, TX

100d • $77,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision, The Art of You, Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own. By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail. Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.

Requirements

• Highly organized, agile, and capable of juggling multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.
• Refined, service-minded approach to every interaction, with strong interpersonal finesse and executive presence.
• Natural problem-solver who is intuitively analytical and creative.
• Strong judgment and thrive in complex, fast-paced settings.
• Ensures confidentiality, diplomacy, and demonstrates poise under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior time management skills and ability to anticipate needs and act proactively.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of executive-level administrative experience, ideally supporting C-suite leaders within luxury, fashion, retail, or similarly high-profile industries.
• Intermediate to expert level competence with MS Office, Google Suite, Workday, and database applications.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of an organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide seamless calendar and schedule management, including complex scheduling, coordination of internal and external meetings, and real-time adjustments.
• Curate and prepare daily briefing materials, agendas, and relevant documentation in advance of all meetings.
• Manage and coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, transportation, and itineraries.
• Organize and manage logistics for meetings and executive events, including venue booking, catering, and technology set-up; ensure follow-up and tracking of action items.
• Compose written materials as requested.
• Process and track expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Liaise and interface with internal and external leaders and executives within the luxury retail industry.
• Maintain up-to-date distribution lists and communication channels for key business units.
• Oversee planning and execution of internal events such as Town Halls and leadership off-sites.
• Maintain comprehensive records on budget expenditures for the cost center.
• Support on ad-hoc projects and initiatives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).
• An amazing employee discount.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees