Seasonal Customer Service - Vernon Hills Rack

Nordstrom, Inc.; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement and Paid Time Away

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is looking for a Nordstrom Rack team member to deliver a welcoming, fast-paced customer experience. Roles span Sales, Customer Service, Stock, and Fulfillment in-store.

You will assist customers across platforms, keep the floor clean, and support stockrooms with ticketing and organization. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Accountability and ownership.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Keep the sales floor runway-ready and re-merchandise as needed.
• Assist customers at cashier with in-store, online and mobile transactions using POS.
• Greet and assist customers in the fitting room and return clothing to floor.
• Keep stores clean and clutter-free; tidy stockrooms and ensure proper ticketing.
• Demonstrate expertise in store technologies and adhere to operational standards.
• Promote Nordstrom Rewards and other initiatives.
• Receive/unload freight and fulfill customer orders per quality standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Tools

POS system

Inventory systems

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment? As a Nordstrom Rack team member, you'll be continuously moving and collaborating with teammates to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all customers. You’ll ensure a quick and easy customer experience and keep the store clean and clutter free. Flexibility is key, as you may occasionally work in different areas of the store to maintain the cleanliness of the floor and stockrooms and help customers find great deals. We have roles available in Sales, Customer Service, Stock, and Fulfillment departments.

A day in the life for Sales and Customer Service

• Work with the team to ensure the salesfloor stays "runway ready", and is sized and filled in through re-merchandising and straightening throughout the day
• Assist customers when cashiering with a variety of transactions across different platforms (in-store, online and mobile), which includes operating a point-of-sale system, bagging items of all size, handling bulky sometimes heavy items including boxes, and ensuring a seamless and friendly experience
• Create a smooth fitting room experience when supporting as a fitting room attendant by greeting and assisting customers and sorting and returning clothing to the floor
• Create a clean and clutter-free customer experience by sorting and returning clothing to the salesfloor
• Keep the stockrooms organized and ensure merchandise is properly checked in and accurately ticketed
• Demonstrate expertise in all technologies used in the store environment
• Adhere to all operational, merchandise and asset protection standards
• Promote initiatives like our Nordstrom Rewards program

A day in the life for Stock Support and Fulfillment

• Receive, unload freight, unpack and deliver newly arrived merchandise to selling departments
• Fulfill customer orders in a timely manner following quality standards
• Prepare and ship customer’s orders following quality, packing and shipping standards
• Utilize inventory management systems to scan, process and research merchandise shipments in accordance with our inventory control processes
• Assist in maintaining clean and organized selling floors and stockrooms
• Provide general support to the store, e.g. set up special events, organize backroom, markdowns, and relocate store fixtures

You own this if you have…

• Clear, effective communication with strong interpersonal skills
• Accountability, initiative and a high level of ownership
• Organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs

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 Stock and Fulfillment Only: Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Pay Range Details

$17.45 - $18.15 Hourly

Benefits

• Medical/Vision
• Dental
• Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount
• EAP Resources

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_Variable_ES-US.pdf

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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About Us

We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.

OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.

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HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.

WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!