Data Analyst 3 - Supply Chain Operations

Nordstrom; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 102,500 - 170,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits

401k

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a Data Analyst 3 to join their Supply Chain Analytics team in Seattle. In this role, you will manage the delivery of data and insights that drive value creation in Nordstrom’s supply chain. You will liaise with key partners across the organization, ensuring data governance and effective analysis to optimize operational performance.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in data management and SQL, with experience in Looker development. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of data management and data analysis experience.
• Technical mentoring ability for junior analysts.
• Strong operational business understanding and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own governance in data and process for the Supply Chain.
• Champion data needs with key business partners.
• Support Supply Chain business analysts in reporting and analysis.

Skills

Data management

Data analysis

SQL

Looker development

Data warehousing

Education

Degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

Masters preferred

Tools

BigQuery

LookML

gitlab/github

Job description

Job Description

The Data Analyst 3 will be a senior member of the Supply Chain Analytics team, owning the delivery of data and insights for Nordstrom’s Supply Chain Organization. The Data Analyst 3 will provide ongoing data support, performance analysis and storytelling, which will lead to value creation and enable the next cycle of growth within Nordstrom – supporting the digital experience vision and a reliable and efficient Supply Chain model to optimize how we serve customers and stores across the Nordstrom businesses.

A day in the life…

• Own “the truth” and governance in data and process including the intake, management, automation, and integrity of data utilized by the Supply Chain organization and its business partners
• Champion the data needs and priorities of the Supply Chain Analytics team, coordinating with key data/business partners across the Nordstrom organization including Product Management, Data Science, Nordstrom Technology, Finance, and Merchandizing
• Lead and support data design requirements and delivery for Supply Chain programs and initiatives
• Support Supply Chain business analysts in the development of modernized reporting and effective analysis, creating compelling narratives and storytelling through data
• Support the analysis and diagnosis of end-to-end supply chain performance and provide actionable guidance to improve results
• Identify and develop new measures and KPIs that support the continuous improvement and optimization of Nordstrom’s supply chain
• Leverage AI‑assisted tools such as Claude Code and Claude Desktop to accelerate exploratory analysis and Supply Chain reporting workflows

You own this if you have…

• Degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Analytics, or related field required (Masters preferred)
• 5+ years of data management and data analysis; demonstrated ability to technically mentor and support the development of junior analysts
• Knowledge of best practice for Looker development, including building and maintaining LookML Explores, developing Persistent Derived Tables (PDTs), and designing effective Looker dashboards
• Strong understanding of normalized data and de‑normalized data, data warehousing, query construction and dimensional data modeling with applied skills in SQL, and hands‑on experience with BigQuery
• Advanced knowledge of version control tools (gitlab/github)
• Experience with AI‑assisted development and productivity tools (e.g., Claude Code, Claude Desktop) to accelerate analysis, automate data workflows, and Looker development is preferred
• Strong operational business understanding, including potential impact of business decisions on various internal/external stakeholders and systems
• Supply chain expertise in retail or consumer goods preferred; with specific focus on logistics, distribution, fulfillment, returns, or store operations and understanding of industry dynamics
• Comfortable presenting to business stakeholders and leadership

Pay Range Details

$102,500.00 - $170,500.00 Annual

Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
• 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.
• This position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives/bonuses.