Senior Manager, Innovation - Hybrid

Bring Your Amazing Self to Work

At Macy's, Inc. we're on a mission to create a brighter future with bold representation for all. This is our Mission Every One. We know that each person here is unique. So we respect and invest in each individual to create growth, pride, and satisfaction. If we are able to bring our whole selves to work, it translates into a more abundant and wider array of ideas and energy for all to benefit from. Our success will be built on amazing colleagues, working together.

Job Overview

The Senior Manager, Innovation supports the Director of Innovation in developing and executing transformative strategies and initiatives. This role manages the pipeline of employee-sourced ideas, leads smaller innovation projects, and coordinates programs like pitch competitions to foster a culture of creativity and growth. The Senior Manager, Innovation works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives align with enterprise goals and deliver measurable results.

What You Will Do

Innovation Pipeline Management:

• Oversee the intake, evaluation, and prioritization of employee-sourced ideas to drive profitable growth and enhance the customer experience.
• Develop frameworks to assess the feasibility and impact of new ideas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and transform ideas into actionable initiatives.

Program Leadership:

• Plan and execute innovation programs, such as pitch competitions and innovation days, to showcase employee talent and surface impactful ideas.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify opportunities for scaling successful initiatives.

Project Management:

• Lead smaller-scale innovation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Monitor progress and ensure initiatives are delivered on time and within budget.

Reporting & Communication:

• Provide regular updates to the Head of Innovation on project outcomes, pipeline progress, and program success metrics.
• Prepare presentations and materials for leadership reviews.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills You Will Need

Cross-Functional Leadership: Proven ability to manage and drive cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment and successful outcomes across diverse teams.

Strategic Thinking: Strong skills in developing frameworks to assess and prioritize innovative ideas, ensuring they align with business objectives and have a measurable impact.

Project Management: Expertise in leading smaller-scale innovation projects, ensuring timely and on-budget delivery while maintaining alignment with strategic goals.

Event and Program Leadership: Experience in planning and executing innovation programs (e.g., pitch competitions, innovation days) to inspire creativity and collaboration within the organization.

Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas, progress, and outcomes to senior leadership.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to refine ideas and initiatives, assess feasibility, and navigate challenges in project execution.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to refine and develop innovative ideas, fostering a culture of creativity and growth.

Adaptability and Initiative: Willingness to take ownership of responsibilities, manage multiple priorities, and proactively contribute to the evolution of innovation strategies and projects.

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. MBA preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in innovation, strategy, or project management roles.
• 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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