Private Brands Coordinator

Private Brand Coordinator

Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout inspiring stores and irresistible productsabout the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

The Private Brand Coordinator drives sales, profit, and an elevated customer experience by leading and developing strategies on specialized selling and elevated merchandise execution. They support the Division and Store Leadership teams by clearly communicating priorities, identifying opportunities, and sharing best practices. The Private Brand Coordinator leads the elevation of service through training and empowering all colleagues to become experts in Macy's Private Brands. This role serves as a liaison between the store and central merchant teams, providing product insight on assortment, pricing, and fit. The Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Regional Merchandise Execution.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with Senior Directors of Regional Merchandise Execution, DVPs, and Store partners to support the growth of Private Brands in stores
• Establish strong partnerships with Stylists, Managers of Sales & Customer Service, and Ambassadors to drive all selling metrics, including SalesFloor, MyClient, and the Top Seller Program
• Lead and participate in event execution, encompassing corporate, promotional, brand launches, and virtual events. Work with Store and Division partners to plan and execute both in-store and virtual events.
• Take initiative and collaborate with the Specialized Selling Team to create selling, product, and execution training resources
• Schedule and attend regular meetings with the central buying team to consistently communicate feedback on product assortment, fit, operations, and pricing strategies based on business priorities
• Accompany central partners during their store visits to provide customer and business insights
• Support stores by partnering with Store Managers and People Leaders to determine the schedule and frequency of Coordinator store visits based on business needs
• Communicate concise execution priorities, strategies, and direction to Division and Store teams based on national execution guidelines and standards. Communication should be written, in person, and virtual as needed and tailored to the appropriate audience.
• Host and support multi-brand training seminars and workshops focused on product knowledge, selling effectiveness, and merchandise execution
• Influence merchandise space and location by sharing business results and feedback with People Leaders and Store partners
• Conduct consistent business analysis using Power BI to maximize success and identify opportunities by location and Division
• Observe and evaluate competitive opportunities; communicate findings to the central and regional teams
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and punctuality
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned

Skills You Will Need

Sales and Merchandising Strategy: Proficient in driving sales, profit, and an elevated customer experience through leading and developing strategies in specialized selling and elevated merchandise execution

Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate with Senior Directors of Regional Merchandise Execution, DVPs, and Store partners. Ability to clearly communicate priorities, identify opportunities, and share best practices with Division and Store Leadership teams

Partnership Building: Establish strong partnerships with Stylists, Managers of Sales & Customer Service, and Ambassadors to drive all selling metrics, including SalesFloor, MyClient, and the Top Seller Program

Event Execution: Lead and participate in event execution, covering corporate, promotional, brand launches, and virtual events. Plan and execute both in-store and virtual events with Store and Division partners

Training and Empowerment: Ability to lead the elevation of service through training and empowering colleagues to become experts in Macy's Private Brands

Business Analysis: Conduct consistent business analysis using Power BI to maximize success and identify opportunities by location and Division. Observe and evaluate competitive opportunities and communicate findings to the central and regional teams.

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply
• 1-2 years of management experience with demonstrated merchandising skills
• This position requires heavy lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands
• Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 30 lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders
• May involve reaching above eye level
• Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including night and weekend hours, based upon store/company business needs and scheduled events
• Flexible with scheduling based on marketing calendar and events
• Travel is required, up to 50% for Private Brand Coordinators or 4 to 5 days a week, prioritizing home stores

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!

This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.