Brand Overview: Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? Ready to apply? We currently have an opportunity for a Merchandising Manager, Walt Whitman to join our team located at our Store N2561-Walt Whitman Mall-ANN-Huntington Station, NY 11746. Position Overview: About the role As a Merchandising Manager, you are a key team member who brings our brand to life for customers and creates meaningful experiences. You will bring your attention to detail to the sales floor each day to keep our stores looking beautiful and operating seamlessly. In partnership with the Store Manager, you’ll manage a team of associates to deliver on the brand's performance goals. You'll enhance the customer experience with our brand standards as your guide. The impact you can have In this role, you'll have the opportunity to: Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences. Use technology to provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience. Create an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged. Make merchandise and product placement updates on the sales floor in line with brand standards. Process freight shipments and oversee inventory management. Use reporting to make effective merchandising and styling decisions. Coach associates on brand behaviors to assist, inspire, and style the customer. Communicate daily priorities and assign responsibilities to associates. Develop a strong operational dynamic within the team by maximizing brand behaviors. Analyze reporting to develop goals for individual and team performance. Balance selling responsibilities and overall store operational activities. You'll bring to the role 1 year retail management experience (preferred) Brings a hospitality mindset when connecting with customers and associates Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills Ability to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions and uses sound judgment to solve problems Knowledgeable about visual standards and techniques with an ability to implement within brand guidelines Benefits Merchandise discount across our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor and LOFT, plus you may also be eligible for discounts at other KnitWell Group brands Support for your individual development plus opportunity for growth within our family of brands A culture of giving back – opportunities to support our philanthropic partners that benefit local communities Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(k) Time off – paid time off and holidays Incentive Reward Program Job offers will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. Location: Store N2561-Walt Whitman Mall-ANN-Huntington Station, NY 11746 Position Type: Regular/Full time Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact myHRSupportknitwellgroup.com . The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.