Assistant General Manager - Operations - Saks Fifth Avenue

The successful candidate will have significant prior retail management experience handling all aspects of store operations The Assistant General Manager of Operations is responsible for managing budgets and expenses, logistical operations, including receiving and processing of goods, returns to vendors, transfer of merchandise and price changes, as well as maximizing staffing and productivity. Proficiency in utilizing available technology, including Microsoft Office Suite 5-7 years related management experience in retailing or other fast-paced service and selling environment, in positions of increasing responsibility and volume As the Assistant General Manager - Operations, You Will: Oversee all support functions within the location and provide leadership to Store Management and associates to support the selling organization, ensuring that critical support functions are focused on activities that enable the selling process. Have accountability for store level Human Resources functions that include, but are not limited to, the following: In collaboration with senior leader peers and the Corporate SFA Associate Relations Team, provide guidance to managers toward the effective resolution of day to day associate relations, performance management, and Alert Line investigations Ensure all components of the SFA HR Audit are always at standard Ensure People Data is accurate through Weekly Roster Maintenance reviews Ensure managers execute all staffing, payroll and PTO requests / validations through WFM and in-store tracking systems, accurately and timely Ensure requests for data related to Unemployment Claims is submitted through Case Builder, accurately and timely Liaise with store leaders, the SFA Benefits Team, and Leave of Absence(LOA) Provider to ensure the accurate and timely administration of the LOA process, including personal and protected leaves of absence In partnership with the store Asset Protection Manager, ensure the Workers Compensation Claim and follow up process, including overseeing the Return to Work accommodations or restrictions, is completed accurately and timely Together with senior level peers, if applicable, execute SFA’s in-store Brand Ambassador Program How Often You May Travel: None Your Life and Career at SFA: Be a part of a team of disruptors focused on stores and redefining the luxury experience. Thank you for your interest with Saks Fifth Avenue. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks Fifth Avenue complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.