Brand Innovation Assistant

Be part of an amazing story

Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Assistant, Private Brands Portfolio Management, supports the Private Brands Strategy and Innovation team in all aspects. This role involves conducting brand research and analysis, including performance reporting, prospecting, and providing data for brand refreshes or updates. The Assistant also ensures operational excellence within the team and among cross-functional partners.

What You Will Do

• Schedule key milestones and manage the evolving Private Brand roadmap
• Support brand research and analysis, including current brand performance
• Conduct image research and assist with formatting and copy editing content
• Support processes and tools to maintain brand discipline
• Assist in developing content and training materials as needed
• Provide general support to the team with additional duties as assigned
• Immerse in understanding the brands and their customers
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities

Skills You Will Need

Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, schedule key milestones, and maintain an evolving roadmap with precision

Effective Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate information to internal partners and cross-functional teams

Brand Research and Analytical Skills: Proficiency in conducting brand research, analyzing performance data, and providing insights for brand updates and refreshes

Collaboration and Partnership: Ability to build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships, working effectively within a team environment

Customer Focus: A relentless commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs, ensuring that brand strategies align with customer expectations

Proficiency in Tools and Software: Skilled in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Canva for content creation, formatting, and presentation

Attention to Detail: Capability to perform image research, content formatting, and copy editing with accuracy and attention to detail

Entrepreneurial Spirit: A proactive mindset with a high standard for self and team, comfortable with iterative processes and evolving strategies

Adaptability and Agility: Willingness to learn, adapt, and develop new skills as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic environment

Operational Excellence: Supportive of processes and tools that ensure brand discipline and operational effectiveness within the team

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
  
  
  
  • 1+ years of experience in retail, merchandising, brand management, or marketing (including internships)
  
  
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel
  
  
  
  • Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms
  • Requires close vision
  
  
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!

This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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