Product Development Assistant - Bath/Utility

Macy's is a retail company operating private-brand merchandise programs. The Product Development Assistant supports product development and assortment strategies by coordinating samples, purchase orders, product lifecycle systems, and cross-functional activities with design, buying, and sourcing teams.

What you'll do:

• Create and update initial styles within the Product Lifecycle Management system throughout the season
• Manage and track all meeting sample requests within the assigned area
• Review sample execution with the Development Associate
• Build line lists in the Order Management System
• Finalize order details with the Associate/Product Lead and initiate the Purchase Agreement
• Enter all assortment purchase orders, managing and tracking them throughout the season
• Collaborate with the Outbound Supply Operations Merchant to capture production-related activities and any purchase order changes
• Work with the Product Associate to update the Initial Markup Roll-Up throughout the season
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
• Support preparation for Mid-Point/Pre-Line Review, Line Review, and Post-Buy Recap meetings

What they're looking for:

• Strong ability to communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring all stakeholders are informed
• Skilled in working closely with cross-functional teams including design, buying, and sourcing
• Excellent attention to detail, especially when managing sample tracking, purchase orders, and system updates, to maintain accuracy and quality
• Ability to develop and follow through on assortment strategies, coordinating multiple tasks efficiently to support seasonal goals and product timelines
• Skilled in identifying potential issues and addressing them proactively, with a solution-oriented mindset
• Competency in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Order Management Systems (OMS) for efficient product tracking and documentation
• Understanding of Initial Markup (IMU) targets and cost management, ensuring product alignment with budgetary and margin requirements
• Responsive to shifting priorities and able to manage workload independently, demonstrating initiative in meeting team objectives
• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply
• 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

Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays
• Continuous learning
• Leadership development
• Colleague Resource Groups
• Volunteer opportunities
• Merchandise discounts