Executive Assistant

Job Description:

Who We Are: 

Saks 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, Saks 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 Saks 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.

Role Summary: 

As the Executive Assistant to the President & Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Marketing Officer, you will serve as a trusted partner, ensuring seamless coordination of day-to-day operations for two influential leaders in our organization. In this dynamic and highly visible role, you will provide exceptional administrative and strategic support, upholding the highest standards of excellence, discretion, and professionalism. This is a unique opportunity for a polished, detail-oriented individual to grow within a leading luxury multibrand retailer, where innovation, creativity, and elevated service are at the core of everything we do.

Key Qualifications:

• You are highly organized, agile and capable of juggling multiple priorities with a sense of urgency. 

• You bring a refined, service-minded approach to every interaction, with strong interpersonal finesse and executive presence.

• You are a natural problem-solver, who is intuitively analytical and creative. 

• You possess 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.

You Also Have:

• 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.

Role Description:

• Provide seamless calendar and schedule management for the President & CCO and CMO, 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 offsites.

• Maintain comprehensive records on budget expenditures for the cost center.

• Support on ad-hoc projects and initiatives.

Your Life and Career at Saks: 

• Be a part of an entrepreneurial team hyper focused on massive growth 

• Convenient and collaborative modern offices in Lower Manhattan with onsite perks

• Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental) 

• An amazing employee discount 

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

Saks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Saks welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

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.

*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.