Job Description

About Nordstrom

Since 1901, Nordstrom has been a specialty retailer offering the very best of what's next in fashion. Behind the scenes, our Supply Chain team ensures merchandise flows seamlessly to delight our customers.

About the Role

At Nordstrom, employee growth is at the core of our success. The Supply Chain Operations Manager in Training is an accelerated development opportunity designed to prepare future leaders for success. This rotational program provides hands-on experience in our Fulfillment and Distribution Centers (FC/DC), building leadership, analytical, and communication skills through practical application alongside experienced managers and senior leadership.

The ideal candidate has or will graduate between January 2026 and December 2026 with an undergraduate degree focused on Supply Chain Management or a related field.

This role is part of a defined cohort and will begin in February 2027. Apply by Sept. 29 for priority consideration.

A day in the life of a Manager in Training includes...

• Participate in trainings, meetings, and workshops that cultivate leadership and management skills.
• Support current Supply Chain Operations Managers in executing daily departmental processes to meet goals and objectives.
• Rotate between departments, shifts, or buildings to gain a deeper understanding of operations.
• Coach and mentor warehouse associates to drive performance and professional development.
• Assist with employee selection, onboarding, and training to build strong teams.
• Prioritize ongoing safety efforts to ensure a safe work environment.
• Use data and analysis to improve departmental performance.
• Communicate effectively to report on KPIs, bridge performance gaps, and track progress on projects and process improvements.
• Gain exposure to warehouse systems and continuous improvement processes.
• Partner with Site Support teams such as Human Resources, Safety, Production Control, Inventory, and Transportation to solve operational issues.
• Uphold Nordstrom's core values by bringing your authentic self to work and fostering an inclusive environment.
• Drive KPI metrics and facility performance scorecards using 4DX principles.

You Own This If You…

• 2+ years of warehouse/fulfillment experience in a DC/FC or a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a Supply Chain Management focus or a related field with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026, or have graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field within the last 18 months.
• Early-career leadership exposure: approximately 0–1 year of people-leadership experience (formal or informal). This program is designed for emerging leaders building foundational leadership skills.
• Comfortable working full-time on-site in a hands-on fulfillment environment, including occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to adapt to various shift schedules (mornings, nights, weekends) to gain exposure to 24/7 operations.
• Open to relocation during or after the program for expanded career opportunities.
• Seeking a career that combines fulfillment expertise, operational problem-solving, and people leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Why Nordstrom?

• Accelerated career growth through structured development and mentorship.
• Exposure to multiple facets of supply chain operations.
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and authentic leadership.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your resume today. Submitting a resume helps us better understand your experience and qualifications. Applications without a resume may not move forward in the process.

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.

California: $57,500 - $92,000 Annually

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

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_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf

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.

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