Senior Production Planner - (Hybrid, Seattle) at Nordstrom

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

132000.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Planning, Team Management, Purchase Order Management, Data Analysis, Communication, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Time Management, Detail Orientation, Process Improvement, Supplier Engagement, Compliance, Training, Customer Service, Oracle, SAP

Industry

Retail

Description

Job Description 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. We don’t just sell cutting‑edge fashion and accessories — we create them. Our talented fashion design team, the Nordstrom Product Group (NPG), develops, designs, produces, and sources all Nordstrom‑brand products. From traditional to trendy, this team shapes the styles and looks our customers love. And now, we have an exciting opportunity to join this team. As a Senior Production Planner for Nordstrom Product Group (NPG), you will lead a team of Production Planners and support facilitating production management for private label from order commitment through in store. You will advise, and maintain updated process documents tied to order writing, order validation, PO management, and work in progress. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, motivated, with strong time management skills, detail-oriented accuracy, and curiosity to identify efficiencies and continuous improvement. The individual will engage with external suppliers overseas and internal partners including merchandisers, product managers, and product developers, merch analysts and multiple supply chain teams to support on time delivery and quality customer service to internal and external teams. Additionally, you will drive increased accuracy for production planning tools, and purchase orders to our manufacturers. The ideal candidate is motivated, results-oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. You must be data driven, collaborative, and find value in working in a cross functional and matrixed environment. A day in the life… Lead, manage and develop an effective group of production planners through performance feedback, goal setting and development plans. Provide ongoing training and support Support team by being experts across purchase order process steps, on time delivery, PO accuracy, ticketing/compliance and calendar milestones Partner with compliance and/or transportation to ensure manufacturer adheres to corporate compliance policy. Partner with accounts payable to assist team with supplier cost discrepancies Building and nurturing relationships with internal partners and external suppliers through both verbal and written communications The individual will set an example for direct reports by being solution oriented, resourceful, and always curious while engaging with external suppliers overseas and internal partners on production opportunities Engage with internal team to action on reorders/chase, production planning and accurate, on-time delivery. Identifies process gaps and provides recommendations for improvement through root cause solutioning Support corporate initiatives, and lead team through change management You own this if you have… BS or BA degree or equivalent work experience in related field Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience high-volume retail purchase order management 3+ years’ experience managing and leading a team preferred Proficient in Microsoft 365 Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet (primarily excel navigation, formulas, and pivot tables) Knowledge of an Oracle or SAP system preferred Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills #LI-Hybrid #LI-CH We’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 Resources A 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. 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. © 2022 Nordstrom, Inc Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 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. $80,000.00 - $132,000.00 Annual This 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: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf About Us We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity. CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs. OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day. WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Production Planners to facilitate production management for private label products. Engage with internal and external partners to ensure on-time delivery and quality customer service.