Director, Store Planner & Merchandising

Welcome to Macy's, where we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional shopping experiences to our customers. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Store Planner & Merchandising to join our team. As the Director, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing strategic plans to optimize store layouts and merchandising displays. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative individual who is passionate about driving sales and creating visually appealing retail spaces. If you have a strong background in store planning and merchandising, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of success in the retail industry, we would love to hear from you.

1. Develop and implement strategic plans for store layouts and merchandising displays to drive sales and improve the overall shopping experience for customers.
2. Design and oversee the execution of visually appealing store layouts that align with the Macy's brand and product offerings.
3. Work closely with cross-functional teams including buying, marketing, and operations to ensure that store plans and displays are in line with company goals and objectives.
4. Analyze sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and make data-driven decisions for store layouts and merchandising displays.
5. Train and mentor store planning and merchandising teams to ensure consistent execution of visual merchandising standards across all store locations.
6. Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source and select merchandise that aligns with the store's strategic plans and brand image.
7. Monitor market trends and competitor activities to stay informed and make recommendations for store layout and merchandising strategies.
8. Manage the store planning and merchandising budget and make cost-effective decisions to maximize resources and achieve desired results.
9. Conduct store visits and provide feedback and recommendations to store teams to continuously improve the visual presentation and customer experience.
10. Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and trends in store planning and merchandising to ensure Macy's remains competitive in the retail market.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Director, Store Planner & Merchandising in New York, NY, USA is $98,000-$135,000 per year. However, the salary can vary depending on factors such as the size and type of company, years of experience, and specific job responsibilities.

Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 670 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. It operates its business under the brand names Macy's, Bloomingdale's, and Bluemercury, which sells merchandise, including apparel and accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other consumer goods. It also provides various support functions to the company's retail operations through its subsidiaries namely, FDS Bank; Macy's Systems and Technology, Inc; Macy's Merchandising Group, Inc; and Macy's Logistics and Operations.