Senior Manager Merch Financial Planning, (Hybrid, WA)

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NOTE: This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.The ideal Senior Merch Financial Planner Manager is motivated, results oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day.A day in the life…• Develop and leverage a comprehensive understanding of how the customer strategy translates to the financial and buy plans• Manage the buy planning calendar and direct the timely creation, review, re-projection and execution of upfront and in-season plans• Effectively balance objective information with subjective inputs to provide guidance on opportunities for improving sales, inventory management and profitability• Ensure financial planners develop executable financial plans for FLS, Direct and location level• Oversee planning and execution of support for emerging businesses such as Direct• Ensure execution of strategies within the boundaries of financial plans including maintaining liquidity in their upfront and in-season plans• Direct and manage performance, scenario and ad hoc analysis focused on identifying business risks and opportunities and recommending course of action to reach goals and optimize performance• Develop and implement business process improvements by leveraging reporting and analysis, developing budget disciplines and applying consistent financial management practices• Participate in special projects as necessary including leading reclasses, creating and distributing event pilots, etc• Act as a change leader to support company initiatives and ensure adoption by merchandising team• Lead training of new financial planners in the divisionYou own this if you have…• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience• 5+ of retail planning/inventory management or related experience• 2+ years of retail buying experience• 1+ year of retail experience interacting directly with customers• Nordstrom experience preferred• Expertise in merchandise category• Demonstrated understanding of retail and the service environment of Nordstrom• Proficiency in MS Windows and Office suite• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills#LI-Hybrid#LI-CH1We’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 ResourcesA few more important points...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 conducts background checks and considers 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 atPlease be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.© 2022 Nordstrom, IncCurrent Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.Pay Range DetailsThe 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. $126,500.00 - $210,000.00 AnnualThis 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:

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