Retail Merchandising Associate - Polo, Galleria At Houston

Be part of an amazing story

Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that has been captured in the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. It’s a story about innovation and tradition, inspiring stores and irresistible products, the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. These moments are part of what makes this a special place to work.

The Merchandising Associate, also known as a Vendor‑Paid Merchandiser, drives sales and executes strategic merchandising initiatives within the store. By suggesting vendor products and maintaining high merchandising standards, you create a memorable shopping experience for customers. You will also identify and give feedback on what works, what doesn’t, and how to address slow‑selling areas.

We’re looking for flexible team players who thrive in a 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 depend on business needs and colleague availability. Information regarding hours per week needed for benefit eligibility purposes can be found here.

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, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Build community through Colleague Resource Groups and 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

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

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

Product Knowledge: Good understanding of customer needs and ability to communicate product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration to store leadership and vendor(s).

Communication: Comfortable communicating virtually, via phone, and in person.

Adaptability: Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities with a sense of urgency while staying organized.

Teamwork: Ability to work as part of a team and also independently.

Interpersonal

Skills:

Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments.

Collaboration: Partnership with the entire team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience.

• 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; able to adapt to changing priorities; can work independently but excels in team dynamics.
• Can handle electronic devices with ease.
• Must be able to (1) understand and communicate effectively with customers, co‑workers, and supervisors, and (2) read and understand employment policies and safety rules/procedures in English.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year previous retail experience.

• This position requires lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
  • Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 30 lbs., stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.
  • Reaching, including above eye…