Vice President General Manager

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1907, Neiman Marcus has been a leader in luxury retail, providing a uniquely curated product assortment, unparalleled services and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. Known for creating Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional experiences, Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations.

We serve customers across our stores, digital channels and through remote selling. Neiman Marcus is part of Exemplar Luxury Group, the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

Job Description:

Vice President/GM

WHO WE ARE:

Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards, Fantasy Gifts, seasonal campaigns, and “Retail-tainment” initiatives. Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations.

It serves customers across its 36 stores, digital channels, and through remote selling. It is part of Saks Global’s portfolio of world-class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

YOU WILL BE:

Under the direction of the Senior Vice President, the Vice President, GMr is responsible for driving the selling process and profit through developing and managing effective Store Leadership. The VP drives an elevated selling and service culture. The VP develops and implements strategy to ensure operational excellence and results that are aligned with the company goals. The VP supports and fosters the Company's values to weave into the New York Flagship's culture.

This VP understands that the success of the organization is tied to the quality and performance of the stores and creates an inclusive store environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Oversees the selling process and provides direction to the store leadership team through regular in person visits and communication
• Accountable for driving top lines sales, increasing margins, controlling payroll expenses and increasing profitability to meet the company's overall goals
• Build teams; create a sense of community when leading a team and empower others to manage their work
• Build morale and spirit in their team; share wins, successes and encourage open dialogue with the team
• Accountable for devising strategies and plans to drive sales
• Responsible for monitoring the growth and progress of the NY Flagship
• In partnership with the Executive Committee, participate in creating the company's goals, vision, and mission
• Ensures operational excellence by holding the stores accountable for executing all Operational KPIs and metrics as directed by the NY Flagship Leadership Operations Team
• Actively develops and coaches the Assistant Vice Presidents (AVP), develop their teams, and be ready to take on their next growth assignments
• Lead and develop a diverse team of Senior Leaders that understand their role
• Proactively identifies talent needs and provides succession plans to create a pool of future leaders
• Ad hoc responsibilities as needed

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• 4 year degree, or equivalent experience
• 15+ years related management experience in retailing or other positions of increasing responsibility and volume
• Willingness to travel and fly to meetings, summits, client events as needed
• You get things done by engaging in high-level teamwork and flexing your interpersonal skills
• Drives positive outcomes through objectives and measures within the New York…