Retail Sales - Stylist - Women's Apparel - Garden State Plaza

Nordstrom Inc; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k / Retirement plan

Paid time off

Merchandise discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a stylist who can serve as a trusted fashion advisor, both in-store and online, building lasting relationships with customers and staying ahead of trends. You’ll participate in Nordstrom’s training program and have opportunities for career growth through the Enhanced Premium Stylist path.

You’ll need confidence, versatile styling knowledge, and a passion for digital engagement to thrive in this fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience selling across departments with knowledge of fashion styling.
• Able to build relationships and advise on pieces to complete looks.
• Willingness to grow through appointments, networking and digital selling.

Responsibilities

• Offer confident, honest feedback to help customers choose pieces that suit their style.
• Create connections in-store and via digital tools to inspire customers and share curated looks.
• Drive sales through outreach and appointment-setting during events and regular periods.
• Be a trusted partner by following up after purchases and inviting customers to events and Nordy Club.

Skills

Styling and wardrobe knowledge

Confidence and versatility

Entrepreneurial mindset

Strong communication skills

Goal-driven energy

Digital engagement enthusiasm

Organizational strength

Flexibility for retail life

Job description

Nordstrom Stylists are trusted style advisors who build lasting relationships with customers in-store and online while staying ahead of the latest trends. If you love fashion, thrive on personal connections, and want a clear path to grow your styling career with a company that invests in you, this role is for you! Every stylist completes Nordstrom’s comprehensive training program and gains access to emerging trends, product knowledge, and digital engagement strategies. This role is your first step toward our Enhanced Premium Stylist program, offering greater earning potential and career growth

A day in the life…

• Offer confident, honest feedback: Help customers choose pieces that complement their style and add value to their wardrobe.
• Create connections everywhere: Use in-store interactions and digital tools (text, social media, Nordstrom apps) to inspire customers, share curated looks, and keep them engaged.
• Drive results: Grow predictable sales through outreach and appointment-setting during event and non-event periods.
• Be a trusted partner: Follow up after purchases, share new arrivals, invite customers to events, and introduce them to the Nordy Club.
• Keep the experience seamless: Work with others to maintain a clean, organized space that makes every customer feel welcome.
• Stay adaptable: Sell throughout all departments, gaining exposure to new styles and customers.

You own this if you have…

• Confidence and versatility: Comfortable selling across departments and price points, you bring style expertise to every interaction.
• Styling and wardrobe knowledge: You understand your customer’s overall wardrobe and style, with the ability to organize, follow up, and advise on pieces to complete their look
• An entrepreneurial mindset: You’re excited to build a personal business through appointments, networking, and digital selling.
• Strong communication skills: You naturally create meaningful relationships.
• Goal-driven energy: You’re motivated to achieve sales targets.
• Enthusiasm for digital engagement: You’re eager to leverage social media and tech tools.
• Organizational strength and adaptability: You’re skilled at multitasking and follow-through in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility for retail life: You’re available for a schedule that meets business needs, including evenings and weekends.

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.

$16.15 - $16.15 Hourly

At 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…

• 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_Variable_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points...

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