Manager - Inventory Control - Centerpointe Mall Rack

Nordstrom•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•$43,500 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Manager is responsible for leading, coaching, and embodying the Nordstrom values for the Inventory Control team. Inventory Managers are solution oriented to meet or exceed customer needs and persist in accomplishing and exceeding results. A day in the life… Lead, train & drive execution of inventory management best practices and standards throughout the store resulting in unit level accuracy. Coach and develop team to be productive and deliver the desired outcomes. Oversee the execution of Inventory Control functions. Deliver staffing/scheduling needs based on company forecasts and other resources to ensure the ability to execute inventory control activities – during normal cadence and key event timeframes. Manage labor expense and improve the individual and collective productivity of the team. Hire & retain top talent across all roles while building a bench for future roles. Effectively share business updates & initiatives with the team to streamline communication and change management. Create a fun and inclusive work environment to support an "ALL IN TO WIN" culture to achieve goals. Be a champion for continuous improvement. Support the customer experience across the market in a digital world by driving inventory accuracy standards.

Requirements

Proven success in current role and a strong track record of delivering results
The ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with store manager, area/regional manager, and other leaders
Excellent communication skills and strong team building skills
A talent for influencing others and leading change
Strong organizational, delegation and follow-through skills

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a Rack Store is preferred
Prior experience in a Nordstrom Store is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, train & drive execution of inventory management best practices and standards throughout the store resulting in unit level accuracy
Coach and develop team to be productive and deliver the desired outcomes
Oversee the execution of Inventory Control functions
Deliver staffing/scheduling needs based on company forecasts and other resources to ensure the ability to execute inventory control activities – during normal cadence and key event timeframes
Manage labor expense and improve the individual and collective productivity of the team
Hire & retain top talent across all roles while building a bench for future roles
Effectively share business updates & initiatives with the team to streamline communication and change management
Create a fun and inclusive work environment to support an "ALL IN TO WIN" culture to achieve goals
Be a champion for continuous improvement
Support the customer experience across the market in a digital world by driving inventory accuracy standards