Regional Visual Merch Manager- Downtown, Seattle

Regional Visual Merchandising Manager role focused on coaching and developing in-store visual teams to achieve strategic company objectives and ensure visual merchandising consistency.

Responsibilities

• Stay knowledgeable about all Visual Merchandising (VM) strategies and current trends to support company sales goals.
• Hire, supervise, and empower an efficient and effective team of in-store VM Managers and Visual Merchandisers.
• Collaborate with HR on compensation, hiring, and performance coaching for employees.
• Provide clarity on Visual Merchandising directives, including customer profile, compelling merchandising, and fashion-relevant styling.
• Implement and customize directives for each store based on current product inventory.
• Utilize Corporate Partners to educate in-store VM teams on execution of VM guidelines, corporate directives, visual installations, and signing.
• Uphold the integrity of the Nordstrom Brand while supporting all Corporate VM and Regional strategies.
• Strategically plan for regional business needs and execute the business plan to achieve visual excellence.
• Maintain clear, concise, and consistent communication.
• Inspire and motivate Visual Merchandising Managers and teams.
• Align with Corporate partners, VM Managers, and Support Partners on store openings, remodels, interior installs, and large-scale regional events.
• Conduct scheduled walkthroughs with Regional Managers, Visual Managers, and Store Managers to share observations and receive feedback; provide improvement strategies.
• Identify and develop a strong bench of future Visual Managers and leaders.
• Forecast and manage the regional budget accurately.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Visual Merchandising management and/or leadership roles with progressively larger responsibility within Nordstrom.
• Demonstrates a cohesive and well-rounded understanding of all aspects of Visual Merchandising and the service environment of Nordstrom.
• Sets clear direction through effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, delegation, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to inspire and develop people.
• Strong relationship-building skills with peers and senior leadership.
• Strong strategic planning abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to translate ideas into action and consistently achieve results.

Pay

$93,500.00 - $155,000.00 Annual

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability coverage
• Merchandise Discount and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
• Eligibility for performance-based incentives/bonuses
• 401k, PTO accruals, and Holidays (eligibility requirements may apply)