Senior Manager of Finance, Merchandising (Hybrid, Seattle)

Nordstrom•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Manager of Finance supporting Nordstrom’s merchandising organization, you will partner with business teams to drive customer and financial outcomes. The role supports Nordstrom Made, initiatives involving brand-owned inventory such as concessions, and merchandising expense management. You will advise the business through strategic planning, investment decision support, and performance insights, translating financial analyses into actionable guidance for strategic and operational decisions. The position balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution and requires strong partnerships across merchandising and finance in a fast-moving retail environment. This is a hybrid position based in downtown Seattle, Washington, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week. Nordstrom does not offer relocation for this position. The posted annual pay range is $131,500 to $210,500. Pay offers depend on location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The position may be eligible for performance-based incentives or bonuses.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance or a similar field.
At least 7 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in retail finance, with increasing scope and accountability.
At least 3 years of management and/or supervisory experience.
Ability to think strategically and communicate effectively with all levels of management, including coaching others in data-driven storytelling.
Ability to collaborate, work with ambiguity, and influence across finance and merchandising teams.
Demonstrated ability to translate financial analysis and insights into meaningful, actionable business recommendations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Microsoft Excel.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Retail finance experience.
Tableau, SQL, and/or Power BI experience.
Experience with Anaplan or a similar tool.

Responsibilities

Create action plans with merchandising leadership for Nordstrom Made to drive growth, profitability, and efficiencies.
Partner on brand-owned inventory initiatives, including concessions, and deliver forecasting accuracy, performance insights, and strategic recommendations.
Lead merchandising expense management, advising on long-term expense strategy and handling near-term forecasting, close, and reporting.
Partner across Finance and Merchandising, providing financial support focused on sales, margin, and inventory and adapting communication to different audiences.
Support the development of financial models, analytical and reporting tools, and ad hoc analyses and special projects.
Drive process improvements and standardization and simplification of reporting.
Provide support, leadership, and coaching for team members.