Sr. Manager, Editorial Content

Saks OFF 5TH is the premier luxury off-price destination. In its more than 100 stores in the U.S. and Canada, and online, at SaksOFF5TH.com, the company provides the best names in fashion at an incredible value through its merchandise authority, unparalleled brand access and seamless connection between ecommerce and stores. 

What This Position Is All About:

The Senior Manager, Editorial Content is an integral player on the Saks OFF 5TH creative team. This role requires an imaginative storyteller who has a true love of crafting merchandise stories. This person will partner closely with a variety of individuals on the ecommerce, design, art and marketing teams to create frameworks for monthly email and site content. With the guidance of the Director, Editorial Strategy, the Senior Manager, Editorial Content will turn merchant and marketing priorities into compelling and engaging brand-right stories.

Who Are You:

• The mindset of a magazine editor balanced with a strong understanding of business needs
• Expert-level knowledge of fashion editorial merchandising and marketing content trends and best practices
• A demonstrable track record of implementing content strategies
• Navigating ambiguity with ease
• Meeting fast-paced deadlines
• Ability to thrive in an ever-changing environment
• Strong and effective communication skills with the proven ability to present and sell your ideas
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

You Also Have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Minimum 5 to 7 years’ experience in writing (preferably in marketing, retail, publishing or an agency environment), content management, creative strategy or similar professional experience
• An online portfolio of relevant work

As The Sr. Manager, Editorial Content you will:

• Manage the development of monthly editorial email and site content
• Partner with ecommerce teams to translate customer trends, insights and segmentation data into actionable content strategies
• Closely collaborate and brainstorm with art, design and styling teams to bring inspiring brand-right stories to life
• Strategically implement scalable ways to tell stories through in-house photography, merchandise curations and other creative solutions
• Identify ways to improve internal content development process
• Have a finger on the pulse of current culture and the retail industry, especially off price
• Act as a proactive self-motivator who can problem solve with incomplete information

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $90,000 and $105,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

If you are a California resident, click here: https://bit.ly/3Layf5I to review our California Candidate Privacy Notice

Your Life and Career at Saks OFF 5TH:

• Be part of an empowered, innovative team; work with an adventurous spirit and a customer-centric mindset; play a critical role in making decisions that will position us to win
• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across different functions within our corporate offices, retail stores, photo studios, and distribution centers
• A culture that promotes a flexible work environment 
• Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, dental and vision)
• An amazing employee discount and other exciting perks

Thank you for your interest with Saks OFF 5TH. We look forward to reviewing your application.

We believe that our differences not only make us stronger, but also guide our evolution and future growth. All associates are expected to create an inclusive environment free from harassment, discrimination, and bullying.Together, we celebrate, advocate for, and learn from our colleagues, customers and communities to create the best environment to shop and work for all.