Assistant Buyer / Assortment Planner - Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

Assistant Buyer / Assortment Planner

This position is located at our downtown Seattle headquarters. Our hybrid employees are required to be in-office Monday through Thursday. The ideal Assistant Buyer / Assortment Planner is analytical, results-driven and committed to fulfilling the needs of the customer. A day in the life includes :

• Developing an understanding of the needs, wants, and expectations of the customer.
• Creating an execution strategy by understanding the market and seasonal merchandise in each category.
• Partnering with buying, planning, and inventory teams pre-season to improve depth, precision of allocation, and location level inventory and ensure execution in-season.
• Participating in vendor negotiations of exclusive offerings, terms, pricing, markdowns, return to vendor agreements, and drop-ship programs.
• Acting as a liaison to both store and e-commerce business partners to effectively communicate selling strategy and agenda.
• Participating in business reviews to better understand what improved decisions need to be made to increase the overall department performance.

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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 :

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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. Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.

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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. Washington : $80,000 - $132,000 Annually 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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