Sr. Manager Sales Finance - (Hybrid- Seattle, WA) at Nordstrom

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (finance or economics preferred)
  • 8+ years of experience in finance with scope and accountability progression (including 3+ years of people leadership experience)
  • Team leader with a passion for developing and coaching mid-career professionals
  • Clear, effective, and agile written and verbal communication skills based on audience
  • Knowledge of digital platforms including customer behaviors and end to end business impacts
  • Digital or supply chain finance experience preferred, but not required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite including MS Excel – advanced modeling, formulas, functions
  • Tableau and SQL knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

  • Build and develop a finance team by providing clear vision, prioritization, and support to achieve business objectives in addition to individual career development goals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional business and finance partners to create monthly, quarter and annual digital sales plans, including supporting funnel metrics (e.g. traffic, conversion, returns)
  • Translate sales plans into unit plans across the fulfillment network to optimize staffing plans, p&l outcomes and customer experience
  • Lead weekly business reviews that provide insight around current business performance and create alignment around forward-looking forecasts to drive appropriate action
  • Anticipate future business changes, and proactively develop, socialize and implement revised plans through partnership across the organization
  • Drive continuous improvement across reporting, processes, and tools – including a fully automated reporting suite
  • Leverage AI and data enhancements to improve planning accuracy and processes
  • Collaborate with digital leaders on ad-hoc, strategic needs – through use of financial modeling tools and analytical techniques – to improve business decision making

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial PlanningSales ForecastingP&L ManagementTeam LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationAIData AnalyticsReporting AutomationStrategic PlanningBusiness Reviews

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this role?

This is a hybrid position based in Seattle, WA.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree (finance or economics preferred), 8+ years of experience in finance with scope and accountability progression (including 3+ years of people leadership experience), and proficient in Microsoft Suite including advanced MS Excel are required. Team leadership with passion for developing mid-career professionals, clear communication skills, and knowledge of digital platforms are also essential.

What is the salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What benefits does Nordstrom offer?

Nordstrom offers a variety of benefits to support employees and their families.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

The ideal candidate is a customer obsessed, results oriented Finance leader who is a strategic problem solver with intellectual curiosity, strong partnerships, business acumen, and the ability to build a strategic roadmap and develop a team.

Nordstrom

Retailer offering clothing and accessories

About Nordstrom

Nordstrom is a retail company that focuses on providing a wide range of clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company operates department stores and an online platform where customers can shop for various brands and styles. Nordstrom emphasizes a strong customer service experience, encouraging employees to take initiative and develop their careers within the organization. Unlike many competitors, Nordstrom fosters a culture of leadership and personal growth among its staff, which contributes to a dedicated and motivated workforce. The company's goal is to create a positive shopping experience while also being committed to environmental sustainability and community support.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
N/AYear Founded
$16MTotal Funding
N/ACompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Increased competition from online retailers like Amazon may impact Nordstrom's market share.
Economic uncertainty could reduce consumer spending on luxury items, affecting sales.
Expansion into international markets exposes Nordstrom to geopolitical and currency risks.

Differentiation

Nordstrom emphasizes employee empowerment and career growth within the company.
The company is committed to environmental sustainability and community support.
Nordstrom's experiential retail approach includes pop-up shops and exclusive collaborations.

Upsides

Nordstrom Rack is expanding with new locations in West End and Lubbock by 2025.
The Nordy Club enhances customer savings and loyalty through exclusive benefits.
Strategic collaborations, like with DXL Big + Tall, expand Nordstrom's customer base.

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