VP, Brand Partnerships & Buying Lead Men's Sartorial

Salary Range $219,000 - $285,000*

Job Description:

Your Role 

The Vice President of Brand Partnerships & Buying will play a crucial leadership role in developing and executing the merchandise strategy for designated divisions/categories. This position is responsible for translating broader merchandising and divisional strategies into category-specific plans, leading the execution of these strategies, and aligning product assortment with the company’s strategic goals. 

The VP will drive collaboration across Buying, Planning, and cross-pillar teams such as Marketing and Digital, ensuring that all strategies are executed effectively to achieve financial goals. With a strong focus on brand partner negotiations, pricing, promotions, and markdown decisions, this leader will guide the business towards achieving growth and profitability.

Role Description

• Collaborate with the Brand Partnerships & Buying Leader to translate broader merchandising and divisional strategies into actionable category-specific strategies and tactics, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and financial objectives

• Orchestrate the execution of merchandise strategies by partnering closely with Buying, Planning, and cross-pillar teams, including Marketing and Digital, to drive cohesive product assortments and seamless execution across all channels

• Work directly with Buyers and their teams to ensure product assortment is fully aligned with category strategies and that the right products are available to meet customer demand

• Ensure the product assortment aligns with market trends, customer demands, and category strategies

• Continuously analyze product performance to optimize assortment strategies and drive profitable growth

• Support the BP & Buying Leader in vendor negotiations, ‘world of’ discussions, and top-to-top meetings, contributing to the development of strong partnerships and favorable terms that align with business goals

• Collaborate with the Head Of. Brand Partnerships & Buying Leaders, and Planning Leads to define and execute the pre-season and in-season roadmap, ensuring strategies and plans are aligned with financial targets and timelines.

• Work with Buying and Planning teams to determine final pricing, promotional strategies, and markdown decisions, ensuring consistency with category strategies while optimizing profitability and margin

• Collaborate with product development and merchandising teams to introduce innovative products that elevate the brand and resonate with customers

• Lead, inspire, and align buying teams around a shared vision and strategic direction, driving collaboration across functions to meet company objectives and deliver exceptional business results

What You Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field

• 10+ years of experience in retail merchandising, buying, and brand partnership management, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives at a senior level

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, align, and lead teams to achieve business objectives

• Extensive experience in brand negotiations, vendor management, and translating broader strategies into actionable plans

• Deep understanding of retail merchandising, buying, and planning processes

• Strong financial acumen, with experience in managing pricing, promotions, and markdown decisions

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities effectively

Your Life and Career at Saks Global: 

• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities

• A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance 

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

• An amazing employee discount 
   

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

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