About The Position

The Inventory Manager leads, coaches, and models Nordstrom values for the Inventory Control team. This role is solution-oriented, focused on meeting or exceeding customer needs, and accountable for accomplishing and exceeding results. The manager drives inventory accuracy and best practices throughout the store while supporting customer experience across the market in a digital environment. The position also oversees staffing, scheduling, labor expense, team development, communication, and continuous improvement, while building a fun and inclusive culture.

Requirements

  • Proven success in the current role and a strong track record of delivering results.
  • Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with the store manager, area/regional manager, and other leaders.
  • Excellent communication skills and strong team-building skills.
  • Ability to influence others and lead change.
  • Strong organizational, delegation, and follow-through skills.

Nice To Haves

  • For Nordstrom Rack roles, prior experience in a Nordstrom Store is preferred.
  • For Nordstrom Stores roles, prior experience in a Rack Store is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and drive execution of inventory management best practices and standards throughout the store to achieve unit-level accuracy.
  • Coach and develop the team to be productive and deliver desired outcomes.
  • Oversee the execution of Inventory Control functions.
  • Provide staffing and scheduling based on company forecasts and other resources to support inventory control activities during normal operations and key events.
  • Manage labor expense and improve individual and collective team productivity.
  • Hire and retain top talent across roles while building a bench for future roles.
  • Share business updates and initiatives with the team to streamline communication and change management.
  • Create a fun and inclusive work environment that supports an “ALL IN TO WIN” culture and goal achievement.
  • Champion continuous improvement.
  • Support the customer experience across the market in a digital world by driving inventory accuracy standards.

Benefits

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