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Marc Metrick
Experienced retail and e-commerce executive
Marc Metrick is the CEO of Saks Global, leading the largest luxury e-commerce platform in the United States.1 He has an extensive career in the retail industry, particularly with Saks Fifth Avenue and its parent company, Hudson's Bay Company.
Career Highlights
Metrick has been with Saks and its affiliated companies for over 25 years, starting in 1995 when he joined Saks Fifth Avenue's executive training program.1 Throughout his career, he has held various leadership positions:
- CEO of Saks Global (March 2021 - Present)
- President & CEO of Saks Fifth Avenue (July 2020 - March 2021)
- President of Saks Fifth Avenue (April 2015 - July 2020)
- Chief Administrative Officer at Hudson's Bay Company (2013 - 2015)
- Chief Marketing Officer at Hudson's Bay Company (2012 - 2013)
- Chief Strategy Officer at Saks Fifth Avenue (2007 - 2011)
Achievements and Responsibilities
As CEO of Saks, Metrick oversees the digital luxury platform, which is responsible for marketing and merchandising for the entire Saks Fifth Avenue ecosystem, including both digital and physical channels.2 Under his leadership, Saks has:
- Added nearly 450 new brands in 2021 and another 400 by September 2022
- Completed the separation of Saks Fifth Avenue stores from its digital business in March 2021, resulting in a $500 million investment from Insight Partners and a $2 billion valuation for the e-commerce company
- Continued to expand and add exclusive merchandise to the Saks platform
Education
Metrick holds a BS in Business Administration and Management from Boston University.1
Marc Metrick's extensive experience in the luxury retail sector and his leadership in transforming Saks into a premier digital luxury platform have solidified his position as a key figure in the industry.2