Seasonal Merchandise Handler - Dresses Multi Vendor, Dadeland - Full Time

Macy's • Miami, FL

104d

About The Position

The Merchandising Associate, also known as a Vendor Paid Merchandiser, drives sales and execution of strategic merchandising initiatives within the store. By suggesting vendor products and maintaining high merchandising standards, you will create a memorable shopping experience for customers. You will also identify and give feedback on what is working, what isn't, and how to address slow-selling areas. We're looking for flexible team players who thrive in our fast-paced environment, can switch between multiple tasks, and can work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week, while part-time colleagues are typically scheduled 12-24 hours per week. Hours are dependent on business needs and colleague availability.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year previous retail experience.
• Good understanding of customer needs and able to communicate product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration to store leadership and vendor(s).
• Comfortable communicating virtually, via phone, and in person.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities with a sense of urgency while staying organized.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments.
• Partnership with the total team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience.

Nice To Haves

• Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Enjoy meeting people, learning about them, and sharing information.
• Resourceful and eager to start a new venture and can adapt to changing priorities; you can work on your own but are great with team dynamics.
• Must be able to understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors, and read and understand employment policies and safety rules/procedures in English.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by sharing product knowledge, trends and style inspiration.
• Merchandise new deliveries from vendor(s) and follow brand-specific merchandise execution guides and standards.
• Communicate customer needs and shopping patterns on a regular basis to store leadership and vendor(s).
• Work with store teams to drive best practices for sales and execution.
• Ensure sales floor is properly signed for sales and markdowns.
• Follow store's audit policies and procedures.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
• 401(k) match to invest in your future.
• Paid time off and eight paid holidays.
• Continuous learning and leadership development.
• Merchandise discounts.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Annual merit review.
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED