Manager, Art Division

job description

What This Position is All About

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to lead the growth of The Gallery at Saks, Saks Global Art Business. As a Manager, you will play a key role in enhancing the in-store experience and establishing the brand within the industry through partnerships and other initiatives. This role bridges operational excellence, client engagement, and strategic partnerships to position our art offerings as a top-tier luxury service.

Who You Are:

Key Responsibilities In-Store Operations:

• Collaborate with brick-and-mortar store teams to ensure associates and top stylists are equipped with the tools and training to sell artwork effectively.
• Build and implement training programs to help store associates and stylists better serve top-tier clientele, with a focus on art education, sales techniques, and personalized service.
• Oversee maintenance and upkeep of in-store galleries, ensuring all artwork is displayed professionally, in good condition, and accompanied by accurate, up-to-date information.
• Handle one-off operational requests with professionalism and discretion, ensuring white-glove service for high-value transactions.

Partnerships and Other Initiatives:

• Lead initiatives to expand the art business beyond owned stores and online platforms, with a focus on forging partnerships with industry leaders, galleries, and art institutions.
• Develop and execute innovative revenue-driving opportunities such as pop-ups, art fairs, events, and other activations aligned with the luxury art market.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external partners, ensuring smooth collaboration and mutually beneficial outcomes.

Event and Gallery Management:

• Operate and manage store gallery locations when needed.
• Travel as required for events, pop-ups, fairs, and other art-related initiatives, representing the department store's art division and ensuring a seamless execution of projects.

You Also Have:

• Strong background in art sales, gallery operations, or luxury retail, with a proven ability to drive revenue and client satisfaction.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to train and motivate teams.
• Experience managing partnerships and executing events, with a track record of successful collaborations.
• Flexibility to travel and adapt to the fast-paced nature of events and pop-ups.
• Passion for art and an understanding of the luxury market, with the ability to translate that passion into actionable business strategies.

Salary and Other Compensation:
The starting salary for this position is $65,000, Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, skills, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for bonus and long-term incentive compensation awards.

Benefits:

The Company offers 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).
The position may not be performed remotely from Washington State.

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.

Thank you for your interest in SFA. We look forward to reviewing your application.

SFA 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, SFA 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. SFA 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.