Allocator - Non-Apparel (Hybrid - Seattle, WA)

Nordstrom•Seattle, WA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

The ideal Allocator is analytical, motivated and results or ientated. This role supports operating in the allocation space (e.g. Item Intent, Tableau & Looker Reporting, MS Office Suite, Blue Yonder Allocation and Claude). A day in the life… Provide BY (Blue Yonder) Allocat ion support in Full Price & Off- Price businesses. Execute buys in BY (Blue Yonder) Allocation based on Merchants vision of orders and reorders. Develop Allocation Strategy and proactively look for opportunities to ensure efficient and accurate allocations. Act as Subject Matter Expert within the Inventory Deployment suite; continue to develop proficiency. Develop an understanding of the needs, wants and expectations of the customer. Demonstrate ability to style flex based on audience. S how flexibility to support the business amidst changing priorities. Contribute to waste reduction and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience in retail merchandise Planning, Inventory Management or equivalent required.
Provide exceptional customer service through professionalism, ownership and initiative.
Show commitment to team through collaboration and positive, proactive communication.
Demonstrate productivity using time efficiently and effectively to deliver results.
Handle all responsibilities in a solution - focused and timely way.
Proficiency in MS Office suite required.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills required.
Proven ability to work in a fast paced, continuously evolving, and at times ambiguous environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide BY (Blue Yonder) Allocation support in Full Price & Off- Price businesses.
Execute buys in BY (Blue Yonder) Allocation based on Merchants vision of orders and reorders.
Develop Allocation Strategy and proactively look for opportunities to ensure efficient and accurate allocations.
Act as Subject Matter Expert within the Inventory Deployment suite; continue to develop proficiency.
Develop an understanding of the needs, wants and expectations of the customer.
Demonstrate ability to style flex based on audience.
Show flexibility to support the business amidst changing priorities.
Contribute to waste reduction and continuous improvement efforts.