Pros
Work / Life Balance is great. Macys East is a great starting point right out of college. You have to opportunity to get promoted quickly if you learn quickly and are able to lead by example. Dont wait to be told to do something, ask for it. Information is readily accessible when needed. Executive management seems to appreciate and tries to reward a job well done.
Cons
Starting pay is below average. Discounts compared to other retailers is low, health coverage is mediocre. Annual raises are between 1-6 % of current salary. Low promotional raises. If money is a big part of your decision right out of school Macys is not the place to go. It seems management tries to reward everyone across the division, but merchants seem to get the better end of the stick. More activities and better rewards, like dinner at the Tavern on the Green and the Support Group seems to only get macy money. ugh.