Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Nordstrom
Job overview
The Demand Forecaster role at Nordstrom focuses on leading forecast application management and collaborating with merchant partners to optimize demand forecasts and replenishment strategies, impacting inventory and sales performance.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves maintaining forecasting applications, aligning forecasts with merchant strategies, analyzing data to improve replenishment and inventory results, and collaborating with merchants to meet sales goals.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an annual salary range of $92,000 to $155,000, potential performance-based bonuses, and benefits including 401k, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, PTO, holidays, and merchandise discounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 1-3 years of retail merchandise planning or inventory management experience, proficiency with retail forecasting tools (Oracle or RDF preferred), basic statistics knowledge, and strong communication and interpersonal skills; a bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
Work environment and culture
Nordstrom values employees as their most important asset, offering a supportive benefits package and emphasizing collaboration and customer relationship development.
Company information
Nordstrom is a major retail company with a focus on customer service and merchandising, offering a high sales volume environment with seasonal and revenue considerations.
Job location and travel
The role is hybrid, implying a mix of remote and on-site work, with location-specific pay variations.
Application process
Applicants must apply through Nordstrom's Workday system if current employees; accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities, and background checks are conducted.
Unique job features
The job includes managing high SKU count and seasonal categories with significant revenue impact, using advanced forecasting tools and contributing directly to merchandise strategy and replenishment optimization.
Company overview
Nordstrom Inc. is a leading American luxury department store chain known for its wide range of high-quality apparel, footwear, accessories, and beauty products. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, it has since expanded to include full-line stores, Nordstrom Rack discount outlets, and an online presence. The company generates revenue through retail sales, both in physical stores and online, and emphasizes exceptional customer service and a curated shopping experience. Key historical milestones include its initial public offering in 1971 and its continuous adaptation to digital retail trends.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience with retail forecasting tools, especially any familiarity with Oracle merchandising foundation or Retail Demand Forecast (RDF) systems, as these are preferred by Nordstrom for the Demand Forecaster role.
Emphasize your skills in collaboration with merchant partners, your ability to analyze sales and inventory data, and your understanding of replenishment merchandising strategy to demonstrate alignment with Nordstrom’s expectations.
Apply through multiple channels including Nordstrom’s official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the position.
Connect with current Nordstrom employees in the merchandising or planning divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Nordstrom merchandise initiatives or asking about their experience with the forecasting tools used at Nordstrom to start a meaningful conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'retail forecasting,' 'merchandise planning,' 'inventory management,' 'Oracle merchandising foundation,' 'RDF,' and 'replenishment strategy' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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