Manager - Inventory Control - Centerpointe Mall Rack

Nordstrom, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement and PTO

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Manager in Grand Rapids, MI to lead the store's Inventory Control team. You will train staff, drive best practices, and coach for results while maintaining strong relationships with store leadership.

The role emphasizes improving inventory accuracy, managing staffing to meet forecasted needs, and fostering a high-performance culture aligned with Nordstrom values.

Qualifications

• Proven success in current role with strong track record of delivering results.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with store managers and leaders.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills; capable of influencing change.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train & drive execution of inventory management best practices and standards throughout the store.
• Coach and develop team to be productive and deliver desired outcomes.
• Oversee the execution of Inventory Control functions.
• Deliver staffing/scheduling needs based on forecasts to support inventory activities.
• Manage labor expense and improve team productivity.
• Hire & retain top talent across roles while building a bench for future roles.
• Share business updates & initiatives with the team to streamline communication and change management.
• Create a fun and inclusive work environment to support an ALL IN TO WIN culture.
• Be a champion for continuous improvement.
• Support customer experience across the market by driving inventory accuracy standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team Building

Communication

Scheduling

Change Management

Job description

Job Description

The Inventory Manager is responsible for leading, coaching, and embodying the Nordstrom values for the Inventory Control team. Inventory Managers are solution oriented to meet or exceed customer needs and persist in accomplishing and exceeding results.

• Lead, train & drive execution of inventory management best practices and standards throughout the store resulting in unit level accuracy
• Coach and develop team to be productive and deliver the desired outcomes
• Oversee the execution of Inventory Control functions
• Deliver staffing/scheduling needs based on company forecasts and other resources to ensure the ability to execute inventory control activities – during normal cadence and key event timeframes
• Manage labor expense and improve the individual and collective productivity of the team
• Hire & retain top talent across all roles while building a bench for future roles
• Effectively share business updates & initiatives with the team to streamline communication and change management
• Create a fun and inclusive work environment to support an "ALL IN TO WIN" culture to achieve goals
• Be a champion for continuous improvement
• Support the customer experience across the market in a digital world by driving inventory accuracy standards

• For Nordstrom Stores Roles: Prior experience in a Rack Store is preferred
• For Nordstrom Rack Roles: Prior experience in a Nordstrom Store is preferred
• Proven success in current role and a strong track record of delivering results
• The ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with store manager, area/regional manager, and other leaders
• Excellent communication skills and strong team building skills
• A talent for influencing others and leading change
• Strong organizational, delegation and follow-through skills

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.

$43,500.00 - $70,000.00 Annual

Benefits

• 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.

Legal and Eligibility Information

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.

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