Beauty Counter Manager - Beauty Rituals - Bellevue Square

Nordstrom Rack; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Merchandise discount

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. in Bellevue is seeking a Beauty Counter Manager to blend sales with beauty education. You will perform makeup applications, skincare analyses, and guide customers toward products that meet their beauty goals, while driving counter performance.

Join a team that values service, trends, and proactive engagement across in-store and digital channels. This role offers commission-based incentives and opportunities to lead events with luxury brand partners.

Qualifications

• Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends and makeup/skincare application.
• Ability to connect with customers and handle concerns professionally.
• Willingness to work flexible retail hours including evenings and weekends.
• Strong multitasking, organization, and initiative in a sales-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct makeup applications and skincare analyses to guide purchases.
• Collaborate to create a welcoming, inclusive store environment.
• Set and achieve counter sales goals using in-store and digital tools.
• Manage events and promotions with vendors to drive sales.
• Build vendor relationships to maximize business results.
• Keep department organized and customer-ready with up-to-date displays.
• Stay current with beauty trends through trainings from Nordstrom and partners.
• Handle sales, refunds, exchanges, and Nordstrom Rewards accounts.

Skills

Customer service

Beauty knowledge

Sales driven

Communication

Networking

Education

Experience in beauty retail

Job description

Job Description

In the Nordstrom Beauty Department, we strive to make our customers feel their best. As a member of the Beauty community, you'll create personalized beauty experiences for customers and be part of a passionate team that values your unique skills.

The Beauty Counter Manager plays a dual role – part salesperson, part teacher – while maximizing sales in their assigned beauty brand. Ideal candidates are results-oriented and thrive in a commissioned sales environment, are passionate about beauty trends and can build a customer following both in-store and digitally.

A day in the life…

• Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses and recommend products based on customer’s beauty goals
• Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers
• Set and achieve personal and counter sales goals, utilizing both in-store and digital selling tools (inclusive oftextandsocial media)
• Manage the scheduling and execution of vendor events and promotions
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize business results
• Keep department customer-ready through organization and cleanliness
• Keep up with the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through trainings provided by Nordstrom and luxury brand partners
• Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts

You own this if you have…

• Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
• Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle customer concerns and contribute to a positive team environment
• Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application
• Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
• Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
• High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Physical Requirements:
  • Continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, which includes frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers.
  • Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, which includes reaching for and lifting these items above the head.
  • Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds

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.

$27.00 - $28.10 HourlyAt Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The commission Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%.

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.

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