Macy's opening four smaller format stores outside malls this fall

Macy's accelerates the growth of its off-mall, small-format strategy. (Photo: Business Wire) Macy's will open four smaller format stores outside of malls later this fall as it looks to adapt to evolving consumer buying habits and preferences post-pandemic.The department store chain will open its third Market by Macy's location in the metro Atlanta suburb of Suwanee, Georgia on August 20.

Market by Macy's will also debut in St. Louis' Chesterfield Commons shopping center, replacing the area's current on-mall Macy's location.

In addition, the company will open the first dual Market by Macy’s and Macy’s Backstage store this fall in Chicagoland. Market by Macy's will be located on the first floor, while Macy's Backstage will be on the second floor. "As exciting brand extensions, Market by Macy’s and Macy’s Backstage each offer unique shopping experiences — one celebrates discovery and convenience, while the other appeals to the customer who loves the thrill of the hunt for a great value," Macy's chief stores officer Marc Mastronardi said in a statement.In preparation for its expansion, Macy’s plans to hire approximately 20 to 60 employees for each store.LinkedIn has published its fifth annual ranking of the best workplaces in the United States.

Here's a look at which employers landed in the top 20:TOYS R US LOOKING TO MAKE BRICK AND MORTAR RETAIL COMEBACK IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYSSince 2015, Macy's Backstage has expanded to more than 300 Macy's stores nationwideincluding nine freestanding locations.