Product Development: Executive Development Program

Gain valuable insight into the fundamentals and tools of product development during this in-depth 18-month program with Macy's Merchandising Group. Our team is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, sourcing and marketing Macy's highly successful private brand names - including I•N•C, Charter Club/Club Room, Greendog, Alfani, Style & Co., Tools of the Trade, American Rag, Hotel Collection and The Cellar. Working with product specialists in various brand categories, you'll learn the details of developing and managing a private brand. The curriculum covers learning the product development process from concept to the sales floor, global sourcing and pricing strategies, marketing, merchandising branded market goods, information systems technology, planning, supply chain management and color theory workshops.

What you have the opportunity to do

• Track and monitor the product development process
• Competitive shop to gain awareness of market trends
• Work with marketing to identify new packaging, brand/labels and hangtag needs
• Communicate with overseas offices and design team to source, develop and negotiate price and quality
• Track advertising and marketing samples, and monitor sales
• Assist in presenting product line at buy meetings
• Monitor merchandise performance by product program and style
• Communicate business projections for the line and obtain appropriate samples, swatches, etc.
• Participate in tactical meetings with the vendors and manufacturers
• Coordinate with logistics and customs to resolve shipping issues

• Bachelor's degree with solid academic record, all majors welcome
• Experience in retail a must
• Sales, management or buying exposure a plus
• Proficiency in PC skills and Microsoft Office; excellent skills in Microsoft Excel is critical