Retail Visual Merchandiser, Herald Square - Full Time

Macy's • New York, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Macy's is America's Department Store, known for fashion, value, and celebration, and for giving back to communities. The magic of Macy's comes alive in our stores, with colleagues creating memorable shopping experiences and driving sales. A store position at Macy's offers a perfect way to explore the world of retail, build relationships, develop leadership skills, and grow a career. Macy's stores are described as an "Academy" for retail careers, with many executives starting in part-time roles or development programs. The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for arranging and maintaining attractive visual presentations in windows, on ledges, shelves, and fashion panels throughout the store. This role may involve following a floor plan to re-merchandise areas for special events or seasonal changes. The position also includes performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Effective written and verbal skills, ability to interpret instructional documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess vision and creativity.
• Basic knowledge of art, design, fashion, and interior decoration.
• Ability to collaborate and function as a member of a team.
• Must possess a strong sense of urgency.
• Should be comfortable with the use of computers and frequent use of RF equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate and share information with diverse groups of customers and peers.
• Resourceful self-starter, works well independently as well as part of a team, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Position requires prolonged periods of standing/walking around store or department.
• May involve reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, color vision and climbing ladders.
• Frequent use of computers and other technology necessary to perform job duties, including handheld electronic equipment.
• Frequently lift/move up to 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education training in art or merchandising is preferred.
• Merchandise presentation or visual presentation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pull merchandise to set-up visual representations using the loan book to check merchandise into and out of departments.
• Construct, paint, set-up, and install signs, sale banners, panels, and other items required for special events, clearance events, and fashion shows.
• Set-up and maintain fixtures using hand or power tools, such as saws, dykes, hammers, screwdrivers, staple guns, ladders, mannequin units, scissors, nails, spray paint, spray glue, and knives.
• Maintain and present visual displays in a compelling and exciting manner in accordance with company directives.
• Understand customer preferences and exercise judgment when deviating from company directives to appeal to specific customer base.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED