Assistant Manager - Apparel - Bridgepointe Shopping Center Rack

Nordstrom Inc; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 73,784,000 - 95,991,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordstrom Inc. is seeking an Assistant Sales Department Manager in California to lead a team on the sales floor and drive revenue through directive selling and strong customer service.

You will support the department manager in achieving goals and maintaining a compelling store presentation. The role emphasizes coaching, relationship building with key store leaders, and effective on-floor leadership to ensure outstanding shopper experiences.

Qualifications

• You have a track record of successful results in productivity or sales.
• Competitive drive and entrepreneurial mindset for commission-based roles.
• You can set and achieve sales goals.
• You can develop and maintain productive relationships with department/store managers and leaders.
• You have strong organizational and follow-through skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, develop, and motivate your team; their success is yours.
• Assist department manager in achieving department volume by executing a business plan.
• Ensure salespeople provide outstanding customer service through coaching and example.
• Collaborate with merchandising to meet presentation standards.
• Build relationships and generate loyalty by active on-floor selling.
• Assist with inventory management and shrinkage goals.

Skills

Directive selling

Sales goals

Team leadership

Customer service

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Follow-through

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The ideal Assistant Sales Department Manager is skilled at using directive selling, sets and achieves sales goals and is committed to providing an exceptional customer experience.

A day in the life…

• Recruit, hire, train, develop and motivate your team – their success is your success
• Assist the department manager in achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan
• Ensure salespeople are delivering outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching and leading by example
• Work with the department manager to ensure merchandising and presentation standards are met
• Build long lasting relationships and create a loyal customer following by actively selling on the floor
• Assist the department manager in ensuring accurate inventory management and achieve shrinkage goals

You own this if you have…

• A track record of successful results, for example, strong productivity, personal trade, etc.
• Competitive drive and entrepreneurial confidence to succeed in a commission-based environment
• The ability to set and achieve sales goals
• Experience developing and maintaining productive relationships with department and store managers, divisional retail merchandiser and other leaders
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• A high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred)

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.

$25.75 - $33.50 Hourly

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_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.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.

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About Us

We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED

We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.

OWNERS AT HEART

We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.

CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING

We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation.

HERE TO WIN

We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.

WE EXTEND OURSELVES

We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community.

Come on! Join us!