Director, Energy Management

Salary Range $150,000 - $195,000*

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.

Role Summary:

You will work across Saks Global, a combination of world-class luxury retailers, including Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks OFF 5TH. You are a results-driven Director of Energy Management who will lead Saks Global’s enterprise-wide energy strategy across our retail portfolio. You will oversee energy efficiency and cost optimization initiatives in addition to utility forecasting and risk management — ensuring we procure and maintain reliable and sustainable energy solutions to support our business objectives. The role requires strong analytical expertise, a deep knowledge of the US-based energy markets,

and a strategic mindset to drive long-term value creation. You possess the ability to lead and influence across multiple organizations and a passion for working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Business, Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field

• 10+ years of progressive experience in energy management, utilities, sustainability, or related field with at least 5 years as a people leader

• Proven experience developing and executing enterprise-wide energy strategies

• Deep understanding of energy markets, utility tariffs, and regulatory frameworks

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Experience managing external vendors, contracts, and broker relationships

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications (nice to haves):

• Master’s degree in related field

• Retail or real estate industry experience

• Background in finance

• Knowledge of energy storage, microgrids, and distributed energy resources, HVAC systems, and building automation systems

• Experience working on and/or leading corporate sustainability teams

Role Description:

• Develop and lead Saks Global’s strategic energy management vision, aligning cost, operational targets, and sustainability initiatives across the enterprise

• Oversee the energy procurement strategy for electricity, natural gas, and other utilities - balancing price, reliability and risk exposure

• Drive large-scale energy efficiency projects, in partnership with Facilities and Store Operations, setting clear performance targets and ROI expectations

• Direct utility forecasting and budgeting processes, in partnership with finance leadership, ensuring accurate, data-driven and market-informed projections

• Establish and lead a comprehensive energy risk strategy to mitigate market volatility and regulatory impact

• Identify and assess renewable energy opportunities and technologies that support decarbonization, regulatory requirements and sustainability goals

• Oversee vendor relationships and contracts to maximize value, innovation and service delivery

• Partner closely with Facilities, Store Ops, Real Estate, Legal and Finance to integrate energy strategy into business functions and processes

• Provide executive-level reporting on key energy program metrics, risks, and strategic opportunities to senior leadership

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing and fast-paced energy management team committed to excellence and continuous improvement

Your Life and Career at Saks:

• 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. 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