Allocator (Hybrid - Seattle, WA)

Nordstrom, Inc.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc in Seattle is seeking an Allocator to optimize inventory deployment across Looker, Tableau, and Blue Yonder Allocation, supporting merchant strategies. The role requires strong analytical skills, ownership, and collaboration with Merchandising, Planning, and Inventory teams; you will work in a hybrid in-office setting at Nordstrom corporate headquarters at least 4 days/week.

You will analyze data, identify opportunities, and drive efficient inventory placement to improve store

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to influence across teams.
• Ability to work in evolving, sometimes ambiguous environments.
• Strong ownership and accountability with proactive collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support Blue Yonder Allocation processes across Full Price and Rack.
• Execute allocations and reallocations in Blue Yonder Allocation to support merchant strategies.
• Develop allocation strategies to optimize inventory distribution across store fleet.
• Identify opportunities to improve location performance.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert within the Inventory Deployment suite.
• Analyze inventory and performance data to inform cross-functional partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Communication

Ownership

Teamwork

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

Looker

Tableau

Blue Yonder Allocation

RMS

Job description

Job Description

The ideal Allocator is analytical, motivated, and results-oriented. This role supports inventory deployment and allocation activities across a variety of tools and systems, including Item Intent, Looker, Tableau, Assortment Builder, Blue Yonder Allocation, and RMS

This role is offered ashybridin Seattle, WA. Candidates must be available to work in office at the Nordstrom corporate headquarters a minimum of 4 days/week to be considered for this position.

A day in the life

• Support Blue Yonder Allocation processes across both Full Price and Rack businesses.
• Execute allocations and reallocations in Blue Yonder Allocation to support merchant strategies and business objectives.

• Develop and execute allocation strategies that ensure efficient and accurate distribution of inventory across the store fleet

• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory placement and improve location performance

• Act as Subject Matter Expert within the Inventory Deployment suite.
• Analyze inventory and business performance data, providing clear recommendations and updates to cross-functional partners.

• Build strong partnerships across Merchandising, Planning, and Inventory teams to support business goals.
• Develop an understanding of customer needs and shopping behaviors to inform allocation decisions.
• Adapt communication style and level of detail to effectively engage a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrate flexibility and agility in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to simplify processes, improve accuracy, and reduce waste.

You own this if you have

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple projects, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Proven ability to work effectively in an evolving and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Strong sense of ownership, initiative, and accountability.
• Commitment to teamwork through collaboration, partnership, and proactive communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

We’ve got you covered

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits.Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.

Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.

© 2022Nordstrom, Inc

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$80,000.00 - $132,000.00 Annual

We’ve got you covered

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits.Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf

A few more important points

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.

Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.

Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.

© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc