Manager, Merchandise Execution

Macy's•Montebello, CA

12d•$61,930 - $103,070•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Style Merchandise Execution ensures that Macy’s store customers have an exceptional shopping experience by leading a team to present merchandise attractively and keep the store floor customer-ready. The role oversees merchandise execution activities, including product movement, price changes, signage, visual execution, event setup, and reverse logistics. It applies creativity, visual flair, and trend knowledge to create inspiring fashion displays, while building a supportive and inclusive team environment through coaching, training, and positive management. The manager interprets seasonal and monthly execution guides and adapts them to the store’s architecture and product assortment. They lead communication, execution, and training related to visual merchandising directives, category standards, and brand partner requirements; support fashion trends and Own Your Style fixtures and setups; and document work with photos to create resources for others. The position also includes managing inventory flow and stockroom organization, training the Manager of Sales & Customer Service on merchandising standards, and directing and developing team members. The role requires a flexible retail schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and has significant physical demands.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; candidates with this qualification are encouraged to apply.
3–5 years of management experience in retail.
Ability to apply fashion and merchandise execution knowledge to drive sales and profits.
Proficiency in leading visual merchandising communication, execution, and training.
Ability to strategize on pricing, signage, visual presentation, events, and merchandising.
Knowledge of fashion trends and Own Your Style initiatives.
Ability to document work with photos and communicate strategies and expectations clearly.
Ability to manage, coach, develop, and motivate a diverse team.
Skill in managing inventory flow, placement, and organization.
Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.
Ability to prioritize and act with urgency in a retail environment.
Ability to collaborate with customers and colleagues to achieve store goals.
Competence using Microsoft Suite, computers, and handheld devices.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs.
Ability to perform heavy lifting, constant movement, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
Ability to stand for at least two consecutive hours and lift at least 30 pounds.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders; may need to reach above eye level.
Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Responsibilities

Apply fashion and merchandise execution experience to drive sales and profits.
Implement merchandise execution standards by interpreting seasonal and monthly guides and tailoring them to store architecture and product assortment.
Lead communication, execution, and training of visual merchandising directives, category standards, and brand partner requirements to keep the store floor customer-ready.
Create store displays using available resources.
Develop strategies for pricing, signage, visual presentation, events, and merchandising.
Provide strategic support for Own Your Style fixtures, fashion trends, and setups.
Lead DEI initiatives through mannequin and trend presentations that inspire customers to discover their personal style.
Document work with photos to create visual resources that educate and inspire others.
Train the Manager of Sales & Customer Service on merchandising execution standards and techniques.
Interview, hire, train, manage, coach, develop, coordinate, evaluate, and discipline direct and indirect reports.
Establish work strategies, provide insight and decision support, and direct the team to meet or exceed performance and behavioral expectations.
Address and resolve team concerns.
Coach team members in effective merchandising techniques.
Manage inventory receipt flow, placement, and stockroom organization.
Work a flexible retail schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Foster acceptance and respect and strengthen relationships with colleagues, customers, and communities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits.
Comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
401(k) match.
Paid time off.
Eight paid holidays.
Continuous learning and leadership development.
Colleague Resource Groups.
Volunteer opportunities.
Merchandise discounts.
Performance-based incentives.
Annual merit review.
Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice.
Tuition reimbursement.