Product Manager/Sr. Analyst

Location Atlanta, GAStatus Full Time, EmployeeJob Category IT/Software Development Job Description Product Manager/Sr. Analyst Product Manager  Overview: Business Partner Relationship Management - Candidate displays strong leadership qualities. Applies knowledge of industry best practices of business process, knowledge of the multiple roles and related activities within the FDS merchant community. Leads effort to align Macy's business strategy with Macy's Systems & Technology's enterprise system strategy. Leads the development of potential scope and release plan options based on business value and need, for large and extra-large projects; and can translate those needs and approaches at the appropriate level based on audience. Works proactively and with minimal direction to build relationships with senior level business partners, establishing goals and a shared vision. Stimulates the business partner, and internal team members, to think through requests, looking for opportunities to support or improve the business process. Thinks strategically, challenges the business partner to consider alternatives in the process based on business priorities, recognizes and communicates the broad implications to the business. Able to move business initiatives forward even when there is limited clarity on definition, timing or resources. Can effectively communicate with different levels of management or team members, displaying verbal agility in face to face situations. This position is for the s3 allocation project.  Candidate will serve as a subject matter expert and integration owner for the Replenishment and Allocation systems. 5+ years as a business analyst in a software development environment. Must possess a very strong merchant background, with in-depth knowledge of the retail business process, calculations and data. Primary responsibilities include gathering and prioritizing business requirements, creating mockups; statistical experience a plus. Individual will serve as a liaison between development teams and business partners and be able to rapidly learn the business processes in order to prioritize required software needs. In the role, the candidate will manage business partner expectations, promoting project communication between the development team and the business partner(s). Assist business partners with definition and prioritization of business requirements, as well as determination of ROI. Candidate will be required to utilize his/her business background in retail merchandising and/or software development to contribute to system solutions. Able to work with multiple business partners, project teams and various applications. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, which requires multitasking and efficient time management. Will be required to participate in both strategic and conceptual discussions, as well as address detailed/tactical activities.   Knowledge and Skills: * Excellent capability to develop effective working relationships with business partner(s).* Excellent skills in translating business partner needs and issues into an MST  project* Excellent verbal/written communication skills * Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functional lines and at many levels* Excellent organizational and problem solving skills* Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills* Business background in retail merchandising and/or software development* Advanced skills with Visio, Powerpoint, Word and Excel* Knowledge and experience with Merchandising systems required. Macy's Systems and Technology (MST) is the information technology division of Macy's Department Stores, Inc. Macy's is the nations largest operator of department stores, located in all major regions of the United States. With over 403 department stores locations in 33 states. In addition, we operate major catalog and internet operations for Bloomingdale's and Macy's. MST's headquarters is located in a suburban setting northeast of Atlanta, Georgia (Alpharetta/Duluth).We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and merchandise discount at all Macy's Department Stores.  Macy's Systems and Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. "