Beauty Counter Manager - Chanel - The Sono Collection

About the role

As a Beauty Counter Manager at Nordstrom, you will play a dual role, combining elements of sales and education. Your primary responsibility is to maximize sales in the Nordstrom Beauty Department, focusing on the Chanel brand. You will also be responsible for creating personalized beauty experiences for customers and building a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses, and recommend products based on customer's beauty goals
• Collaborate with team members to ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers
• Set and achieve personal and counter sales goals, utilizing both in-store and digital selling tools (including text and social media)
• Manage the scheduling and execution of vendor events and promotions
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize business results
• Keep the department customer-ready through organization and cleanliness
• Stay updated on the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through provided trainings
• Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and encourage the opening of new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts

Requirements

• Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
• Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle customer concerns, and contribute to a positive team environment
• Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application
• Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
• Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
• High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative

Physical Requirements

• Continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing, and reaching to handle merchandise and assist customers.
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, including reaching for and lifting these items above the head.
• Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

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. At Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The commission Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%.

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

Additional Information

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. Please 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. Current 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. © 2026 Nordstrom, Inc