Rae Kim currently serves as a Planner for Designer Ready-to-Wear (RTW) at Saks Fifth Avenue, where she leverages her extensive expertise in allocation, merchandise flow, and inventory management to drive strategic initiatives across both physical stores and Saks.com. In her role, Rae is responsible for...
Rae Kim currently serves as a Planner for Designer Ready-to-Wear (RTW) at Saks Fifth Avenue, where she leverages her extensive expertise in allocation, merchandise flow, and inventory management to drive strategic initiatives across both physical stores and Saks.com. In her role, Rae is responsible for creating and executing seasonal financial plans that utilize both top-down and bottoms-up approaches, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives. Her keen analytical skills enable her to develop and maintain an Open-to-Buy (OTB) topline, allowing her to identify opportunities for sales volume growth while effectively managing liabilities in risk areas.
Rae's current projects include collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize merchandise planning and buying strategies that enhance the customer experience and elevate the luxury shopping journey. She is particularly focused on analyzing department and vendor-level merchandise performance, making data-driven recommendations that support the brand's vision and financial goals. Her proficiency in project management and visual merchandising plays a crucial role in executing successful in-store displays and online presentations that resonate with Saks’ discerning clientele.
With a strong foundation in financial planning and a passion for luxury goods, Rae is dedicated to driving profitability and ensuring that Saks Fifth Avenue remains a leader in the retail landscape. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to navigate the complexities of the retail business make her an invaluable asset to the Saks team, as she continues to shape the future of designer fashion retail.
