Manager - Inventory Control - Centerpointe Mall Rack

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking an Inventory Manager in Grand Rapids, MI to lead the Inventory Control team with Nordstrom values. You will coach staff, drive best practices, and ensure accuracy across inventory processes while managing staffing and budget implications in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will influence store leadership, champion continuous improvement, and support the customer experience by maintaining high inventory accuracy and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience and ability to train and coach teams.
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative approach to leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with store leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train & drive inventory management best practices to achieve unit level accuracy.
• Coach and develop the team to be productive and deliver desired outcomes.
• Oversee execution of Inventory Control functions.
• Manage staffing and scheduling to support inventory activities during normal and peak periods.
• Monitor labor expense and improve team productivity.
• Hire and retain top talent while building a talent bench for future roles.
• Share business updates to streamline communication and change management.
• Foster an inclusive, high-energy culture to achieve goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Building

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.

A day in the life...

• 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

You own this if you have...

• 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

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

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