Posted: Jan 31, 2026
Job Summary: We're seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Merchandise Assistant to join our dynamic buying office team. As a key member of our team, you will provide operational support for various buying office teams, including digital, buying, and creative teams. This role offers a developmental opportunity to prepare for a career advancement as an Assistant Buyer. If you're passionate about merchandising, have excellent communication skills, and a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities: Generate AdHoc reports using Excel to fulfill supervisor's data entry needs for purchase orders, POS, price changes, and daily sales information. Assist the Assistant Buyer in maintaining the purchase order logbook. Take ownership of the purchase order creation process by collaborating with vendors and the buying team, ensuring continuous item maintenance. Track merchandise logistics and independently troubleshoot shipping problems. Compile and distribute reports for the buying team and vendor partners. Maintain the vendor database, contact list, and related department records. Manage incoming and outgoing vendor communications promptly. Handle all aspects of sample management, including receiving samples, accurately recording sample movements in the loan room, and delivering samples to internal locations. Utilize the Stella dashboard to manage merchandise workflow and address issues (e.g., On Hand Not Live (OHNL), Issue Tracking System (ITS) Report). Prepare samples and product photography leadsheets for delivery to the Creative Production team. Perform product attribution in Facet. Participate in "product turn-in" meetings with Creative Production to finalize detailed product photography plans. Support the Buying team in reviewing and validating images for display on digital platforms. Cultivate strong relationships with vendor partners and maintain accurate vendor contact information. Drive continuous process improvement by identifying and resolving challenges and opportunities in photography planning, both internally and with external partners. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs. 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. Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs. What We Offer: 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 Us: Macy's is a dynamic and inclusive company that offers exciting opportunities for growth and development. We're committed to creating memorable experiences for our customers and fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and teamwork. If you're passionate about merchandising and have a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply for this job