Merchandising Manager, Hamilton Place Mall

Merchandising Manager

Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywherefrom the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?

As a Merchandising Manager, you are a key team member who brings our brand to life for customers and creates meaningful experiences. You will bring your attention to detail to the sales floor each day to keep our stores looking beautiful and operating seamlessly. In partnership with the Store Manager, you'll manage a team of associates to deliver on the brand's performance goals. You'll enhance the customer experience with our brand standards as your guide.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to :

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences.
• Use technology to provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience.
• Create an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.
• Make merchandise and product placement updates on the sales floor in line with brand standards.
• Process freight shipments and oversee inventory management.
• Use reporting to make effective merchandising and styling decisions.
• Coach associates on brand behaviors to assist, inspire, and style the customer.
• Communicate daily priorities and assign responsibilities to associates.
• Develop a strong operational dynamic within the team by maximizing brand behaviors.
• Analyze reporting to develop goals for individual and team performance.
• Balance selling responsibilities and overall store operational activities.

You'll bring to the role :

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan; paid time off & holidays; opportunities for monthly bonuses; merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands; professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands; and community impact through our philanthropic partnerships.