Data Analyst 2, Nordstrom Media Network (Hybrid, Seattle)

Nordstrom • Seattle, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Customer Insights & Analytics team strives to make Nordstrom the best data-driven fashion retailer among competitors, who wins by rigorous and thoughtful application of data to unlock value for the enterprise. We focus on three business outcomes: more customers, happier customers, and more engaged customers The Data Analyst 2 role on the Nordstrom Media Network (NMN) Analytics team is responsible for independently managing the collection, analysis, and presentation of data to improve strategic decision-making, specializing in developing and communicating clear retail media campaign optimization recommendations. This individual must possess strong curiosity about the business and the advanced analytical skills necessary to discover high-impact, actionable insights from diverse data sources. They must effectively communicate these findings to stakeholders in a way that enables data-driven decisions that drive significant business value. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical, proactive thinker with a solid foundation of experience (2-4 years) in retail media or digital media analytics, and a proven passion for driving business outcomes through data storytelling. This individual will demonstrate moderate independence in solving moderately complex business problems and proactively identifying opportunities to apply data-driven tools. They will translate clear, actionable insights from moderately complex data sets into effective communications that build stakeholder confidence and influence key decisions.

Requirements

• A degree in a quantitative field such as business analytics, economics, finance, statistics, or a similar quantitative analytics discipline.
• 2-4 years of progressive corporate analytics experience, with solid working experience in retail media or digital advertising analytics.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL scripting language, capable of writing complex, optimized queries to manage data sets.
• Strong working proficiency in data visualization tools (Looker or Looker Studio) for building robust dashboards and analytical reports.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex analytical work and strategic recommendations to management-level non-expert audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Python or R for statistical analysis is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage collaboration with stakeholders to address moderately complex retail media performance problems and execute structured analytical solutions.
• Execute advanced analysis on diverse data sources (behavioral, media performance) and leverage tools, including AI/generative tools, to produce high-impact, actionable insights.
• Apply intermediate analytical methods (e.g., statistical analysis, causal exploration) to answer strategic questions and identify optimization opportunities for the business.
• Develop and deliver presentations using data visualization tools like Looker or Looker Studio, translating complex analytical findings into clear business narratives for management-level audiences.
• Act as a knowledge resource for junior team members on best practices and analytical rigor.
• Maintain moderate independence and ownership over the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of analytical deliverables for assigned functional areas.

Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
• 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees