Seasonal Retail Merchandising Associate - GIII Brands Dresses, Old Orchard - Full Time
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, and creating a memorable shopping experience for customers. The associate identifies what is working and what is not and provides feedback on addressing slow-selling areas. This position is seasonal and based at Macy’s Old Orchard location, supporting GIII Brands Dresses. The role requires flexibility in a fast-paced environment and the ability to switch between tasks and work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week; actual hours depend on business needs and colleague availability.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of previous retail experience.
- Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors, and to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
- Ability to handle electronic devices.
- Good understanding of customer needs and ability to communicate product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration to store leadership and vendors.
- Comfort communicating virtually, by phone, and in person.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities with urgency while staying organized.
- Ability to work both 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 total team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience.
Responsibilities
- Drive sales by sharing product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
- Merchandise new vendor deliveries and follow brand-specific merchandise execution guides and standards.
- Regularly communicate customer needs and shopping patterns 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 an accepting and respectful environment that strengthens relationships and supports 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
