Strategic Sourcing Manager - Store Design, Construction, & Visual Merchandising (Hybrid- Seattle, WA)

Job Description

This job contributes to Nordstrom success by effectively developing and leading sourcing strategies supporting our Store Design and Store Construction teams, effectively managing suppliers and internal networks to deliver best in class performance and experiences for our customers. 

Consistently delivers measurable and strategic goals to enable a competitive advantage to bottom-line and top-line company growth, and corporate social responsibility leadership.  Manages a global spend of $100 Million plus depending upon company needs. The Strategic Sourcing Manager is an individual contributor role responsible for the sourcing of Product and Services in support of Nordstrom.

**This role is Hybrid- downtown Seattle, WA and does require you to be in office 4 days per week. We do not offer relocation for this position.

A day in the life...

• Manage the contract life cycle of all spend categories as assigned.
• Develop effective multi-year negotiation strategies to enable success.
• Work cross functionally with a variety of internal teams and collaborates effectively internally and with suppliers.
• Employ strong knowledge of key industry players, competitors, and market dynamics.
• Develop new effective business and professional relationships with strategic suppliers and industry players.
• Professionally manage and measure suppliers for continuous performance and improvement.
• Employ advanced program and project management tools, solutions, and techniques.
• Draft and redline a wide variety of agreements.
• Effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Independently solve problems and make decisions for primary and strategic execution and tactical issues within the relevant portfolio of projects and or processes.
• Provide day to day oversight and drive for strong business results.
• Effectively collaborate with strategic sourcing peers and the Visual Merchandising & Facilities leadership teams.

You own this if you have:

• 6+ years procurement analytic, procurement/sourcing manager, planning, supply chain or other relevant experience in retail store services & operations.  Experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement required.  Experience in fixtures & displays, store services, signage, general construction, project management, and source to pay software is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Sourcing category strategy, supplier relationship management, ‘should-cost’ models, and multi-year negotiation strategies, supplier continuous improvement programs and Lean Initiatives. Distributor/Supplier dynamics & business models
• Knowledge of critical procurement legal requirements and contracting best practices
• Knowledge of business ethics and Ethical Sourcing Requirements
• Ability to influence at an Executive Level both internally and externally. Ability to lead and influence peer groups both internally and externally.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Strong experience with MS Office Suite, Coupa and others
• Ability to structure bids, evaluate bids against a broad set of evaluation criteria and provide recommendations for vendor selection.
• Vendor risk management experience
• Knowledge of contracting trends, licensing models, and traditional and emerging contract and vendor performance models in the retail industry; expert negotiation tactics and strategies; proven track record of negotiations that result in cost savings and ris

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.

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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.

$102,500.00 - $170,500.00 AnnualThis 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_17-19.pdf