Macy's is hiring: Manager, Visual Merchandising in Hartford

We're a story. Test the frequency and detail of VMDs.Foster a symbiotic partnership between the Style Merchandise Manager and Visual Manager, coordinating workload planning, new receipt placement, visual styling, and setting sales to optimize the customer experience.Evaluate and enhance the customer's shopping experience by strategically placing visuals in relevant areas. Partner with the Executive team to ensure a high level of execution.Ensure the accuracy of promotional presentations, merchandise placement, seasonal fashion trend statements, and sales and event setups.Coordinate selling floor fixture and merchandise moves with other Store Leaders.Establish a high level of shortage awareness and effectiveness, ensuring the implementation of all policies and procedures.Guide store management and support teams on merchandising standards, proper fixture utilization, and techniques.Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communitiesSkills You Will NeedVisual Merchandising Expertise: Possess a deep understanding of visual merchandising concepts, creative presentation, and three-dimensional display techniques.Leadership and Collaboration: Foster a symbiotic partnership with Style Merchandise Managers, optimizing workload planning and visual styling.Training and Development: Ability to re-establish training standards and enhance institutional skill levels. Capable of guiding and coaching colleagues to uphold high visual standards and inspire a cohesive team focused on achieving visual excellence.Strategic Thinking: Analytical skills to evaluate business reports, make strategic decisions, and capitalize on strengths while addressing deficiencies.Customer Focus: Enhance the customer experience by strategically placing visual elements to inspire and engage both repeat and new customers.Passion for Retail: Exhibits a genuine passion for the retail industry, staying updated on industry trends and seeking continuous improvement in the in-store experience.Adaptability: Able to adapt quickly to changing fashion trends and market preferences, adjusting visual strategies accordingly.Recruitment: Effectively recruit generalists with relevant experience, creative talent, and a focus on visual execution and style inspiration as well as support the store's visual workload.Coordination and Communication: Coordinate with other Store Leaders for selling floor fixtures and merchandise moves. 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.