Rotational Ops Leadership Trainee – Supply Chain

Nordstrom; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a candidate for a Supply Chain Operations Manager in Training, a rotational program starting February 2027. You’ll rotate across Fulfillment Centers and Distribution Centers, building leadership, analytical, and communication skills with guidance from experienced managers.

The ideal candidate will have a 2026 graduation in Supply Chain or related field, 0–1 year of leadership exposure, and a willingness to work on-site in a fast-paced fulfillment environment with varied

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse/fulfillment experience in a DC/FC or related field.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a Supply Chain focus or related field with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026, or have graduated within the last 18 months.
• Early-career leadership exposure: approx. 0–1 year of people-leadership experience (formal or informal).
• Comfortable working full-time on-site in a hands-on fulfillment environment, including occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to adapt to various shift schedules (mornings, nights, weekends) for 24/7 operations.
• Open to relocation during or after the program for expanded career opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in trainings, meetings, and workshops that cultivate leadership and management skills.
• Support current Supply Chain Operations Managers in executing daily departmental processes to meet goals.
• Rotate between departments, shifts, or buildings to gain a deeper understanding of operations.
• Coach and mentor warehouse associates to drive performance and development.
• Assist with employee selection, onboarding, and training to build strong teams.

Skills

Warehouse/fulfillment experience

People leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Pursuing Bachelor's degree with SCM focus (anticipate 2026 graduation)

Tools

Warehouse systems

Job description

Nordstrom is seeking a candidate for a Supply Chain Operations Manager in Training, a rotational program starting February 2027. You’ll rotate across Fulfillment Centers and Distribution Centers, building leadership, analytical, and communication skills with guidance from experienced managers.

The ideal candidate will have a 2026 graduation in Supply Chain or related field, 0–1 year of leadership exposure, and a willingness to work on-site in a fast-paced fulfillment environment with varied