Nordstrom - Noblesville, IN
posted 4 months ago
The ideal Assistant Inventory Manager at Nordstrom is a key player in enhancing the customer experience through effective inventory management and team development. This role is centered around supporting the inventory manager in ensuring that all inventory processes are accurate and efficient, which directly contributes to the store's profitability. The Assistant Inventory Manager will be responsible for driving store results by helping departments achieve their shrink and unit variance goals. This involves a hands-on approach to inventory control, stock management, and web fulfillment processes, ensuring that customer expectations are met through accurate order fulfillment. A typical day in this role includes collaborating with the inventory manager and other store partners to ensure that sales and service goals are achieved, particularly through initiatives like Buy Online, Pick-up in Store and Web fulfillment. The Assistant Inventory Manager will also conduct training and educational meetings for employees, focusing on shrinkage and unit variance, to foster a knowledgeable and efficient team. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with store partners, as well as excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment. The Assistant Inventory Manager is expected to support store events in partnership with Department Managers and the Store Manager, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere that prioritizes customer satisfaction and operational excellence. This role is ideal for someone who has a proven track record of success in their current role and is looking to take on more responsibility in a dynamic retail setting.