Program Manager - Enterprise Planning and Delivery

Brobston Group; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a Program Manager to lead enterprise-scale projects from initiation through completion, aligning with the company’s strategic priorities. This hybrid role is based in downtown Seattle and requires working in the office four days per week.

You will use data analysis, financial insights, and executive presentations to drive decisions and measurable results, coordinating across business, technology, and operations teams while building strong cross-functional relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s degree is a plus.
• 4+ years of experience in program or project management, operations, or a related field.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency, including data analysis, modeling, pivot tables, and executive-level presentations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, financial literacy, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; interest in retail and understanding of industry dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Manage enterprise-level projects and programs from initiation through completion.
• Analyze complex data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and develop actionable recommendations.
• Create presentations and reports for executive audiences.
• Align stakeholders and drive timely execution across business, technology, and operations teams.
• Build cross-functional relationships and adapt to changing priorities and ambiguity.

Skills

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Pivot tables

Executive presentations

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Financial literacy

Communication

Relationship-building

Multitasking

Retail industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Summary

The Program Manager will lead enterprise-level projects and programs from initiation through completion, supporting Nordstrom's strategic priorities. This hybrid role is based in downtown Seattle and requires working in the office four days per week. The position uses data analysis, financial insights, and executive presentations to drive decisions and results.

Responsibilities

• Manage enterprise-level projects and programs from initiation through completion.
• Analyze complex data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and develop actionable recommendations.
• Create presentations and reports for executive audiences.
• Align stakeholders and drive timely execution across business, technology, and operations teams.
• Build cross-functional relationships and adapt to changing priorities and ambiguity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; an MBA or relevant master's degree is a plus.
• At least 4 years of experience in program or project management, operations, or a related field.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency, including data analysis, modeling, pivot tables, and executive-level presentations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, financial literacy, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; interest in retail and understanding of industry dynamics.