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Be part of an amazing story 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 Associate, Business Strategy is recognized as a trusted, collaborative, and results-oriented leader, business partner, and change agent who excels in leading through influence and possesses professional maturity and industry credibility. They work closely with Merchandising leaders and cross-functional teams, prioritizing trust-building with their teams and key collaborators. This role involves swiftly evaluating and phasing out legacy approaches that no longer align with strategic goals. The ideal candidate is known for visionary thinking and a commitment to speed, applying analytical rigor, structured problem-solving, and strategic support. Reporting to the Senior Director, Business Strategy under the SVP, General Merchandise Manager, the team focuses on driving growth and addressing evolving business needs. In this role, responsibilities include supporting cross-functional projects, gaining exposure to high-level functional teams and key partners, addressing significant challenges in Macy’s and the retail industry, developing strategic partnerships for accelerated growth, managing projects directly for the SVP, and gaining comprehensive exposure across all aspects of the retail business. What You Will Do

Support the creation of executive-level presentations and other necessary materials. Assist the Senior Director of Merchandise & Digital Strategy across various projects and deliverables. Utilize analytical rigor and creative problem-solving skills to tackle strategic business challenges. Synthesize critical insights and develop actionable recommendations. Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders across different functions. Collaborate with internal partners and cross-functional teams throughout the strategy development and implementation phases of projects and initiatives. Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities

Skills You Will Need Leadership and Influence : Ability to lead through influence, demonstrating professional maturity and industry credibility. Collaboration : Strong capability to build trusted relationships and work closely with Merchandising leaders and cross-functional teams. Analytical Rigor : Proficiency in applying analytical rigor and structured problem-solving to address strategic business challenges. Strategic Thinking : Visionary thinking with a commitment to speed and customer-centric approaches. Communication Skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and present complex information in a clear and accessible format tailored to diverse audiences. Project Management : Experience in managing and supporting cross-functional projects, including strategic partnership development and execution. Proficiency in Tools : Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Creative Problem-Solving : Ability to synthesize critical insights and develop actionable recommendations. Self-Motivation : Self-starter with a proactive attitude, able to work independently with minimal guidance. Adaptability : Ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, and time-sensitive environment. Market Awareness : Curiosity and awareness of market changes and new trends. High Energy and Passion : High-energy, passionate individual with a proven track record of