Sr. Manager Strategic Sourcing (Hybrid- Seattle, WA) Job at Nordstrom, Seattle, WA

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  • Nordstrom
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing

The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing contributes to Nordstrom success by leading a team of individual contributors in developing sourcing strategies and in managing suppliers for best value, quality, and service. Partnering cross-functionally to deliver goals for Indirect Categories (Store Development, Store Operations, Store Services, Asset Protection) for the Nordstrom organization, you will manage a spend of $350 million plus depending upon market complexity.

This role is hybrid in downtown Seattle, WA - you will be in office 3 days per week. We do not offer relocation for this role at this time.

A Day in the Life...

  • Support development and execution of sourcing category strategies
  • Collaborate internally with stakeholders and externally with suppliers to deliver on strategic short and long-term goals
  • Deliver measurable and strategic goals to enable a competitive advantage to bottom-line and top-line company growth
  • Develop and leverage strong business and professional relationships with strategic suppliers and industry players
  • Manage and measure suppliers for continuous performance improvement
  • Solve problems and make decisions for primary and strategic execution and tactical issues within the relevant portfolio of projects and or processes
  • Lead cross functional teams, mentor and develop sourcing managers
  • Set team direction and coach team members to achieve results.
  • Leads conversations with executive level leaders both internally and externally about strategic sourcing opportunities and build seamless collaborative engagement with common vision.
  • Demonstrates leadership for best-in-class management of multiple complex sourcing categories with business acumen and industry expertise authority.

You Own This If You Have...

  • 10+ years relevant experience, 4+ years leading cross-functional teams in sourcing or supply chain required
  • BA/BS degree preferred
  • Industry knowledge of Store Development, Fixtures, Store Operations, and Asset Protection
  • Advanced knowledge of market analysis, macro-economic drivers, sourcing category strategy, supplier relationship management, 'should-cost' models, and multi-year negotiation strategies, supplier continuous improvement programs/Lean Initiatives
  • Proven ability to effectively build relationships with customers, peers and leadership and work with cross-functional teams
  • Strong experience with MS Office Suite, BI Apps, charting programs and others
  • Knowledge of business ethics and Ethical Sourcing Requirements
  • Knowledge of critical procurement legal requirements and contracting best practices
  • Thorough understanding of specific category and contract types
  • Advanced analytical skills.
  • Ability to influence at more senior levels, internally and externally.
  • Exceptional communications ability, both written and verbal

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.

Nordstrom conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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.

$141,500.00 - $233,500.00 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.

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Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Relocation, 3 days per week,

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