Speaking from Experience
What's it like to complete the Merchandising Training Programand begin a promising career with the Zale Corporation? See what some recent program graduates have to say.
"To launch my career, the Merchandising Training Program provided systems training and hands-on experience in the store and merchandising office. I developed the basic skills necessary to conduct business, as well as a peer base to go to for support. As a direct result, the program not only helped me make a smooth transition from college to a position as an Assistant Merchant, but it also provided a career path that led to my promotion to a Merchant in Zale North America."
- Lindsey Scoggins, Merchant, Zale North America
"The Merchandising Training Program gave me the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in merchandising. The curriculum of the program allowed me the opportunity to have training not only in the stores, but also in the merchandising offices. The guidance that was instilled in me by my mentors and by my peers will be beneficial to me throughout the entirety of my career."
- Elizabeth Doczi, Assistant Merchant, Zale North America
"The Merchandising Training Program provided me with the basic foundation needed for an easy transition from college. Along with hands-on experience in the merchandising office and time in the store, I developed the skills required to help me succeed as an Assistant Merchant. This program also enabled me to develop and enhance my skill set that ultimately led to my promotion to Merchant."
-Jennifer Phong, Merchant, Piercing Pagoda
"For anyone looking to explore a career in retail, the Merchandising Training Program is an excellent resource. Through a combination of classes, on the job training, and opportunities to shadow experts in the retail industry, I was able to gain the necessary tools to become a successful Assistant Merchant."
-Tamicka Jordan, Assistant Merchant, Zale North America
"For my current role as Assistant Merchant, the Merchandising Training Program created a solid foundation. Not only did I receive extensive hands-on training within the merchandising office, but I also established relationships that will continue to support and encourage me throughout my career."
- Lindsay Goode, Assistant Merchant, Zale North America
"The Merchandising Training Program was instrumental in providing me with the knowledge needed to be successful in retail. Through the combination of retail classes, in-store training and distribution center tours, I graduated with all of the skills needed to become a great Assistant Merchant. These skills made it possible for me to grow and advance in merchandising to become the Merchant that I am today."
- Brandy Henson, Merchant, Piercing Pagoda