Vendor Collaboration Assistant

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Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Assistant, Vendor Collaboration supports the Vendor Collaboration office and its goals to enhance supplier performance. This role collaborates cross-functionally with supply chain and merchants to ensure the timely and efficient flow of merchandise through the combined vendor and Macy's supply chain. They proactively research receipt flow issues and propose solutions. The role reports directly to the Director, Vendor Collaboration.

What You Will Do

• Lead investigations into causes of issues or concerns identified by merchants or vendors regarding Supply Chain service levels, and respond accordingly
• Clearly articulate and support the implementation of new solutions or processes to merchants and vendors.
• Conduct training sessions for merchants and vendors on standards and routing guides through seasonal meetings or touch points
• Assist in organizing virtual summits with vendors to introduce new initiatives and review performance scorecards, as well as in scheduling management meetings with key vendor partners
• Support the onboarding of new vendors and facilitate their adoption of routing guides and vendor standards
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Stores, Corporate Finance, and other partners on cross-functional initiatives such as RFID tagging and vendor expense offsets
• Analyze inbound vendor performance and closely collaborate with suppliers to develop corrective measures
• Support the development and integration of inbound vendor standards and associated KPIs
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills You Will Need

Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with supply chain, merchants, and other departments to ensure efficient merchandise flow and enhance supplier performance

Communication: Practice open and continuous communication, keeping others informed and presenting information clearly and concisely

Leadership and Negotiation: Possess a strong leadership profile with excellent negotiation skills to facilitate discussions and drive initiatives forward

Cross-Functional Experience: Demonstrated track record of working cross-functionally, particularly with a focus on merchandising, vendors, customers, stores, and finance

Insightful Analysis: Capability to develop insightful, value-added, and actionable analyses to drive decision-making and process improvements

Problem Recognition and Resolution: Strong ability to recognize issues and deal with them directly, contributing to the efficient operation of the Vendor Collaboration office

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
  
  
  
  • 1-3 years or relevant 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

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 and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our 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
• Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! 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. 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.

Supply Chain Only and Colleagues Working in a Supply Chain Facility except in locations governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Random drug testing for all colleagues will be conducted on a monthly or semi-monthly basis, depending upon factors including but not limited to the size of the facility and the number of colleagues on roll. Colleagues will be randomly selected for testing by a third party. Testing must be completed on the same workday the colleague is informed of selection for testing, absent extenuating circumstances. In all circumstances, testing must be completed within 24 hours of notification.

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