Bring Your Amazing Self to Work

At Macy's, Inc. we're on a mission to create a brighter future with bold representation for all. This is our Mission Every One. We know that each person here is unique. So we respect and invest in each individual to create growth, pride, and satisfaction. If we are able to bring our whole selves to work, it translates into a more abundant and wider array of ideas and energy for all to benefit from. Our success will be built on amazing colleagues, working together.

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.
  
  

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

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy’s aspires to achieve every day in every way.
• 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

• An inclusive, challenging, and refreshingly fun work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity
• Performance incentives and annual merit review
• Merchandise discounts
• Health and Wellness Benefits across medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling and legal/financial advice)
• Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Guild education benefit funds 100% of tuition, books, and fees in designated programs
• Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities
• Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results
  
  

About Macy’s

Now is an exciting time for a Macy's career as we continue to focus on creating exciting and memorable experiences for every Macy's customer, whether their journey starts online or in the store. Our opportunities in Sales, Merchandise, Operations, Customer Service, Warehouse, Marketing, and other areas let you express your creativity and commitment to excellence, grow your career and make a difference to your Macy's colleagues and customers.

Bring your creativity, energy, and ideas to the Macy's team – 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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This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.