About The Position

This professional sales role in Nordstrom’s Shoes department focuses on personalized customer service, product and fit expertise, relationship-building, and achieving sales goals. Employees help customers find footwear through curated selections and fit assistance, supported by fit specialists and a stockroom designed for a fast-moving department. Commission varies with merchandise sold; apparel, shoes, and accessories commissions typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The role may be seasonal or regular, and schedules vary by week according to business needs.

Requirements

  • Genuine passion for fashion, styling, and customer experience.
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented approach with a track record of hitting targets.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with a wide range of customers.
  • Team-first mindset and willingness to help teammates and the department succeed.
  • Comfort with technology and digital selling tools.
  • Ability to prioritize and stay organized in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Flexibility to work varied hours based on business needs.
  • Ability to move continuously for 6–8 hours per shift, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing, and reaching.
  • Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
  • Ability to handle bulky or awkwardly shaped items, reach for and lift items above the head, regularly lift up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver Nordstrom’s 5-Point Selling Standard: Say Hello, Small Talk, Be Helpful & Sell, Fashion Authority, and Follow-up.
  • Build and grow a personal customer base through in-store interactions, outreach, and digital tools.
  • Provide honest style and fit feedback to earn customer trust and loyalty.
  • Set and achieve personal sales goals and remain accountable for results.
  • Keep the department customer-ready by stocking, re-merchandising, marking down prices, recovering merchandise, and participating in the bi-annual inventory count.
  • Stay current on product knowledge and trends to serve as a trusted style resource.
  • Contribute to a positive team environment, communicate openly, and help keep the department productive.
  • Use the 2-2-2 Method, Nordy Club enrollment, and Personal Book to follow up and build lasting customer relationships.
  • Work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, peak periods, and holiday or event shifts; occasionally support other departments.
  • Assist customers with footwear selection and fit, including buckling and lacing.

Benefits

  • Medical and vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time away and PTO accruals
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Merchandise discount
  • Employee Assistance Program resources
  • Holidays
  • Potential eligibility for performance-based incentives or bonuses
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