Manager, Co-op & Brand Partner Marketing

Saks Fifth Avenue•Direct, TX

6d•$95,790 - $139,000

About The Position

The Manager, Co-op & Brand Partner Marketing owns and grows a portfolio of strategic brand partnerships, serving as a trusted advisor to brand partners and a commercial partner to internal teams. Reporting to the Director, Co-op & Brand Partner Marketing, the role translates brand priorities, category insights, and business objectives into integrated marketing programs that attract partner investment, deliver measurable results, and create value for both partners and Exemplar Luxury Group. The Manager leads the partnership lifecycle, from account planning and opportunity development through investment negotiation, cross-functional execution, performance measurement, and future growth planning. The role requires commercial judgment, relationship-building, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to influence stakeholders across the organization. The Manager presents recommendations, navigates complex business conversations, and represents the company with senior brand partners and internal leaders.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in brand partnerships, account management, marketing, retail media, or a related commercial role.
Demonstrated success managing partner relationships, developing account growth strategies, and identifying opportunities to increase revenue or marketing investment.
Strong presentation, written communication, and negotiation skills, including navigating sensitive commercial conversations and building relationships with senior stakeholders.
Experience developing proposals and translating business, customer, sales, or campaign data into actionable recommendations and partner-facing presentations.
Ability to influence and align cross-functional stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and drive projects forward without direct reporting authority.
Experience managing multiple accounts, projects, or integrated marketing programs from planning through execution, measurement, and recap.
Working knowledge of digital media and omnichannel marketing, including how marketing investments support brand and business objectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience with luxury, fashion, beauty, or multi-banner retail.
Understanding of media or retail media, campaign measurement, and e-commerce analytics; experience collaborating with or managing media agencies is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day relationships and seasonal planning for an assigned portfolio of managed brand partners, building trust and understanding brand priorities, category performance, investment history, and decision processes.
Build account plans and identify revenue opportunities across print, digital, onsite and offsite media, store experiences, events, and other marketing assets.
Develop and present proposals, investment recommendations, and business cases that connect brand goals, customer insight, commercial priorities, available inventory, and measurable outcomes.
Translate brand priorities into integrated programs that deliver customer and commercial value while strengthening long-term partnerships.
Lead partner meetings and negotiate scope, investment, and deliverables; manage difficult conversations and escalate material commercial or relationship risks to the Director.
Present to brand executives, agencies, and internal leaders, representing the company’s business, marketing capabilities, and partnership perspective.
Partner with merchants and internal business leaders to understand assortment, receipts, category trends, and seasonal priorities, and turn those insights into relevant brand opportunities.
Lead cross-functional stakeholder management across Creative, CRM, Social, Events, Store Marketing, Digital, Retail Media, Analytics, Finance, Merchandising, and Partnership Operations.
Work with Retail Media and agency teams to incorporate onsite and offsite media, sponsored products, and audience solutions into brand plans, aligning on strategy, investment, execution, measurement, and partner communications.
Maintain accurate pipeline, proposal, commitment, and forecast records; track co-op revenue, partner investment, and fulfillment against portfolio goals.
Review campaign and business performance, prepare timely recaps, and recommend optimizations and future investment while clearly communicating progress and limitations.
Stay informed about the company’s business, customer experience, marketing calendar, and the competitive luxury and retail media landscape.
Contribute partner feedback, category ideas, and process improvements to the Director’s broader co-op strategy and partnership offering.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Basic life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Disability insurance
Additional voluntary benefits, such as critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance
Employee discount
Career advancement opportunities