Manager - Inventory Control - West Farm Shopping Center Rack

Nordstrom • Farmington, CT

2d • $48,000 - $77,000

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 achieving and exceeding results. The Inventory Manager oversees inventory control functions and inventory-management standards throughout the store, supporting accurate inventory and the customer experience across the market in a digital environment.

The role includes developing the team, managing staffing and labor expense, supporting productivity, hiring and retaining talent, communicating business updates, and fostering an inclusive, continuous-improvement 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 or regional manager, and other leaders.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead change.
• Strong organizational, delegation, and follow-through skills.

Nice To Haves

• For Nordstrom Stores roles, prior experience in a Rack Store is preferred.
• For Nordstrom Rack roles, prior experience in a Nordstrom 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 improve productivity and deliver desired outcomes.
• Oversee execution of Inventory Control functions.
• Manage staffing and scheduling needs based on company forecasts and other resources, including during normal operations and key event timeframes.
• Manage labor expense and improve individual and team productivity.
• Hire and retain 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 achievement of goals.
• Champion continuous improvement.
• Support the customer experience across the market in a digital environment by driving inventory-accuracy standards.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, retirement, and paid time away.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Merchandise discount and EAP resources.
• May be eligible for performance-based incentives or bonuses.
• 401(k), medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options, PTO accruals, and holidays; eligibility requirements may apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed