Manager, Sales and Customer Service

Macy's•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

The Manager, Sales and Customer Service ensures Macy’s standards for customer service are upheld and the sales floor is welcoming and ready for customers. The manager leads initiatives to increase shopper loyalty, exceed sales goals, and create memorable shopping experiences. They coach and recognize colleagues, use sales and Star Rewards data to improve results, and oversee selling support and related operational activities. The position also develops talent, manages staffing and performance, and fosters an inclusive environment that builds authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Requirements

3–5 years of management experience in retail.
Ability to build, lead, and motivate a productive, enthusiastic team.
Passion for exceptional customer experiences and maintaining a welcoming sales floor.
Ability to exceed sales goals through coaching, recognition, and optimization of productivity and efficiency.
Ability to review and use sales and rewards data to recognize colleagues and develop improvement strategies.
Experience managing selling support activities, including stockroom, signing, equipment, and merchandising.
Ability to support operational areas such as OMNI, Style, and Asset Protection.
Proficiency in talent analysis, career progression planning, and retaining top talent.
Ability to address complaints and resolve problems with colleagues.
Clear and effective communication, writing, and presentation skills.
Strong skills with the Microsoft suite, computers, and handheld devices.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including heavy lifting, constant movement, standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders; stand for at least two consecutive hours; and lift at least 30 lbs.
Ability to reach above eye level may be required.
Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment are required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Build and motivate a productive, enthusiastic team that engages customers and creates memorable shopping experiences.
Exceed sales goals by leading Macy’s initiatives through coaching and recognition and by optimizing productivity and efficiency.
Review and use Sales and Star Rewards data to recognize colleagues and develop strategies to improve results.
Manage selling support, including the stockroom, signing, equipment, and merchandising.
Support other operational areas, including OMNI, Style, and Asset Protection.
Conduct ongoing talent analysis and establish career progression plans for key positions to retain top talent and reduce turnover.
Actively fill open positions, prioritizing internal colleagues in Customer Experience, Commission, and Specialized Selling areas.
Interview, hire, train, coach, develop, coordinate, evaluate, and discipline direct and indirect reports.
Manage the team to meet or exceed performance and behavioral expectations, address complaints, and resolve problems with colleagues.
Work a flexible retail schedule, including days, evenings, holidays, and weekends.
Foster acceptance and respect to strengthen relationships and ensure authentic connections 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.