Macy’s, Inc. announced plans to hire over 31,500 full- and part-time seasonal employees at its Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores and distribution centers for the upcoming holiday season, with four nationwide in-person holiday hiring events at all stores and supply chain locations.

The retailer's Deal of the Day program is also back, with new one-day-only deals available each day of Target Circle Week.

Macy's said on Thursday it will hire more than 31,500 full and part-time employees for the upcoming holiday season - fewer than last year - as the U.S. department store gears up for a busy shopping period.

The seasonal hirings to prepare for the holiday season rush will take place at Macy's, Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury stores, as well as its distribution centers. The company has also planned four nationwide in-person holiday hiring events at all stores and supply chain locations.