Seasonal Retail Merchandising Associate - GIII Brands Dresses, Oak Brook Center - Full Time

Macy's•Oak Brook, IL

6h•$16 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandising Associate, also known as a Vendor Paid Merchandiser, drives sales and executes strategic merchandising initiatives within the store. The role involves suggesting vendor products, maintaining high merchandising standards, helping create a memorable customer shopping experience, and providing feedback on what is working, what is not, and how to address slow-selling areas. Associates should be flexible team players who can handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of previous retail experience.
Flexible availability for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with dependable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to understand customer needs and communicate product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
Comfort communicating virtually, by phone, and in person.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities while staying organized.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments.
Ability to partner with the team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience.
Enjoy meeting people, learning about them, and sharing information.
Resourcefulness and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to use electronic devices.
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors, and to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.

Responsibilities

Drive sales by sharing product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
Merchandise new vendor deliveries and follow brand-specific execution guides and standards.
Communicate customer needs and shopping patterns regularly to store leadership and vendors.
Work with store teams to promote best practices for sales and execution.
Ensure the sales floor is properly signed for sales and markdowns.
Follow the store's audit policies and procedures.
Foster acceptance and respect, strengthening relationships and authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

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