Seller Acquisition and Business Development Assistant - Marketplace

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Job Overview

The Assistant, Marketplace Seller Acquisition & Business Development, supports the growth of Macy's Marketplace. This entrepreneurial role requires strong communication and analytical skills to support identifying, sourcing, and securing long-lasting partnerships with new Marketplace sellers at Macy's. Internally, this role reports to the Senior Manager of Marketplace Business Development and works closely with Digital, Merchandising, and other cross-functional partners across the enterprise to support the execution of the growth strategy for Marketplace. Externally, this role is responsible for vetting prospective sellers, sourcing contacts, conducting outreach while managing inbound leads through various platforms.

What You Will Do

• Assist the Senior Manager, Marketplace Business Development, in executing the Marketplace growth strategy.
• Support category curation and merchandising strategy by identifying and recruiting strategic sellers to enhance the Macy's Inc. customer experience.
• Use data analytics tools to analyze category performance across Macy's channels and translate insights into actionable strategies within the marketplace platform.
• Generate reports and visualizations to communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) and trends.
• Conduct initial vetting, collect contacts, manage outreach and follow-ups with potential partners, and handle inbound inquiries.
• Maintain calendar invites and updates in Salesforce to ensure seamless team coordination.
• Develop pitching skills to engage sellers and effectively communicate the value proposition of the business model.
• Gain deep knowledge of the Macy's brand and customer base to ensure Marketplace alignment.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support Marketplace growth.

Skills You Will Need

Communication Skills: Demonstrates exceptional written, verbal, and listening skills to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences.

Analytical Proficiency: Excels in analyzing data to identify trends, inform decisions, and drive seller acquisition strategies.

Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizes the needs and expectations of both sellers and customers to enhance the overall Marketplace experience.

Collaboration Skills: Works seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising and Digital, to achieve shared goals.

Problem-Solving Abilities: Resolves challenges with both internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Project Management Skills: Effectively manages multiple priorities, tracks progress, and communicates updates to team members.

Entrepreneurial Mindset: Thinks creatively and strategically to identify growth opportunities and innovate within the Marketplace platform.

Proficiency in Digital Tools: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other relevant platforms to support operational excellence.

Action-Oriented Approach: Demonstrates a bias for action, acting quickly and deliberately to drive results.

Who You Are

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy's aspires to achieve every day in every way.
• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. 1-2 years of 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

• 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
• Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities
• Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results

About Macy's

Now is an exciting time for a Macy's career as we continue to focus on creating exciting and memorable experiences for every Macy's customer, whether their journey starts online or in the store. Our opportunities in Sales, Merchandise, Operations, Customer Service, Warehouse, Marketing, and other areas let you express your creativity and commitment to excellence, grow your career and make a difference to your Macy's colleagues and customers.

Bring your creativity, energy, and ideas to the Macy's team - 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.

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