Simulation Details

Macy’s is a leading name in the U.S. retail industry, holding a significant 10% market share in the department store sector. Known for its adaptability and commitment to quality, Macy’s consistently meets customer expectations, as evidenced by an 85% satisfaction rating in recent surveys. The company is currently launching a new home collection, a strategic initiative aimed at capturing a larger share of the $180 billion U.S. home decor market. This collection emphasizes sustainability, multifunctionality, and minimalist aesthetics, featuring eco-friendly fabrics, modular furniture for urban spaces, and sleek designs. Macy’s combines its 165-year legacy of trust and quality with cutting-edge marketing techniques, such as real-time analytics and AI-driven customer segmentation, to deliver personalized experiences. By blending online and in-store experiences, Macy’s aims to solidify its position as a leader in the competitive home decor market.

As the Marketing Project Manager, you will play a critical role in Macy’s marketing department, tasked with ensuring the seamless execution of the new home collection campaign. Your mission involves two key challenges: addressing delays in creative asset production and managing last-minute budget adjustments. You will engage in one-on-one conversations with Sophia Ramirez, the Creative Operations Manager, to resolve production bottlenecks while maintaining high-quality standards. Additionally, you will meet with Ethan Patel, the Media Strategy Director, to negotiate priorities and reallocate resources effectively within the adjusted budget. Your goal is to foster collaboration across teams, align on milestones, and ensure the campaign’s success.

– Discuss creative asset delays with Sophia Ramirez to identify root causes and propose solutions.
– Align on revised milestones to expedite production without compromising quality.
– Address budget adjustments with Ethan Patel to prioritize media placements and maximize impact.
– Negotiate resource allocation to ensure high-impact platforms are utilized effectively.
– Foster alignment between the Creative and Media Teams to maintain campaign momentum.

Team

Who you will work with in this Simulation
Your team is 100% generated by AI – you will not interact with real people and no human will read your conversation.

Sophia Ramirez
Creative Operations Manager

Ethan Patel
Media Strategy Director

Jordan Lee
Marketing Project Manager

Olivia Carter
Senior Marketing Director

Organization

A leading force in the retail industry, holding a 10% market share in the U.S. department store sector.