Macy’s Looking for SVP, GMM Home and Foods at New York City Metropolitan Area Full Time

SVP, GMM Home and Foods

New York, NY, United States

Full time Schedule

$419,520 – $788,920 Annual*

* based on job, location, and schedule

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.

Overview

As the Senior Vice President, General Merchandise Manager (SVP, GMM), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and success of our retail business. You will lead the overall merchandising strategy by developing the vision of multiple categories, driving revenue growth that aligns with the top-line financial plan, maximizing profitability, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience across all product categories. This senior executive position requires a dynamic and progressive leader with proven expertise in merchandising and strategic leadership maintaining a customer-centric approach while holding teams accountable for delivering sales and profit objectives.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies aligned with the company’s overall objectives.
• Drive initiatives to enhance customer experience, increase market share, and meet financial targets.
• Oversee the selection and procurement for all product categories, ensuring alignment with brand positioning and target audience.
• Manage pricing strategies to optimize sales performance and margin goals.
• Cultivate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of merchandising initiatives and drive operational excellence, including inventory management, supply chain optimization, and merchandising system enhancements.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and exclusive partnerships.
• Evaluate vendor performance and make strategic decisions regarding assortment, product development, and sourcing strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing merchandising team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to build bench strength and ensure succession planning.
• Establish clear goals, KPIs, and performance metrics to track team and individual performance.
• Monitor financial performance metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions as needed to drive profitability.
• Streamline merchandising processes and workflows to improve efficiency, speed to market, and product availability.

Skills You Will Need

Strategy Development: Ability to develop a forward-thinking vision for multiple categories and execute assortment plans across channels in alignment with financial goals. Capable of setting and communicating strategic visions for location and channel-based strategies to support overall company growth.

Financial Business Acumen: Exceptional understanding of financial metrics and profit drivers, with the capacity to effectively manage a significant P&L.

Merchandising Expertise: Strong comprehension of merchandising principles and strategies to drive sales and enhance customer experience.

Leadership Skills: Demonstrated inspirational leadership, capable of building and leading large teams to achieve business objectives.

Partnership Building: Proficiency in establishing and maintaining robust partnerships both within the organization and externally.

Proactive Approach: Ability to take proactive measures to drive business results and navigate changing market dynamics.

Omni Business Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of Omni business operations, including marketing strategies, staffing, and financial management.

Customer-Centric Focus: Progressive experience in consumer and lifestyle-oriented companies with a focus on creating emotional connections with customers.

Market Analysis: Skill in understanding market share opportunities, competitive landscape, and leveraging business trends and customer data.

Transformational Leadership: Dynamic leadership style with a passion for driving organizational change and leading teams through ambiguity.

Talent Development: Track record of advocating for talent development and building engaged and highly functional teams.

Collaborative Communication: Strong ability to establish trust and build relationships across all levels and functions of the organization and with external partners.

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. 15+ years of progressive merchandising experience.
• 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.