Trainee, Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Who We Are:

Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision, The Art of You, Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own. By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.

Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.

Role Summary

The mandate for this position is to design research strategies for all positions, identify talent pools & screen candidates. In this role, you will work closely with Recruiters on an assignment basis. This role is essential to the team and applicants must be able to thrive in a high pressure, fast moving, and evolving environment. Shifts can vary based on organizational needs.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any stream is a must (Master's Degree is desirable)
• Build Morale and spirit of the team, shares wins and success, encourages or contributes to open dialogue, empowers others to own their work
• The position is achievement oriented and requires resourcefulness to meet service delivery goals
• Ability to communicate effectively, can be both direct as well as diplomatic in approach and can gain trust quickly
• Puts the needs of internal and external customers first and acts with customers in mind. Great networking and relationship management with a variety of internal customers as well as external customers
• Generates a variety of approaches to problem solving including new and novel ideas you have
• Minimum of 0-1 years of prior research/sourcing experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to provide the highest level of customer service to internal and external Candidates
• Must be tech savvy; proficient in Word, Excel, Applicant Tracking Systems and CRM's with the ability to learn additional programs as needed
  
  

Role Description

• Supports team by locating candidate profiles for specified roles
• Actively drives the research process by developing creative strategies using social media outlets and job search engines
• Screens applicants based on the Job Description provided
• Research/communicates to the team updates on relevant market industry news
• Establishes working relationships with internal and external partners
• Assists on special projects for increased census/business needs throughout the year
• Develops case studies on difficult to fill positions and makes appropriate recommendations
• Trains/mentors junior team members on sourcing strategies and research techniques
• Proactively explore options for improvement and introduce new initiatives to identify and develop solutions
• Responsible for compliance with respect to statutory laws and for all periodic audits (internal and external)
  
  

Your Life And Career At Saks Global

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
  
  

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.