Product Developer, Women's Active (Z by Zella), (Hybrid, WA)

Job Description

NOTE:  This position is offered as a hybrid role in the Seattle, WA area. You must be willing to work in office at the Nordstrom Seattle office a minimum of 3 days/week to be considered for this position.

Application Note: In your cover letter, please describe your experience developing active/technical product. Please describe your role and the products you have managed as a Product Developer.

As a Product Developer, supporting our Women's Active category, you will drive the development of our Nordstrom-owned private label product - Z by Zella. Using your product expertise and strong negotiation skills, you will build products that meet cost and quality standards. You will partner with internal teams including merchandising, design, and technical design, along with a network of external vendor partners, to create compelling seasonal assortments. Imagine the impact you will have on the products we make and deliver to our Nordstrom customers!

A day in the life…

• Develop products that are engineered to cost standards. Review prototypes for quality, brand aesthetic, and design intent that meets minimum order quantities and follows line plan
• Meet product development milestones and calendar due dates with pre-production tracking and reporting (prototype, color, sample yardage, testing, etc.)
• Negotiate with vendors through product lifecycle i.e. costing, time and action, minimums, etc.
• Create, revise and manage tech packs and prototypes through accurate and timely PLM system updates
• Place developed and adopted styles in accordance with the Sourcing Strategy and provide ongoing recommendations to support evolution
• Review and reconcile failed garment and fabric test reports

You own this if you have…

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in product development, design or production in garment manufacturing. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Knowledge of raw materials and garment construction
• Experience working with domestic and international manufacturers. Strong problem solving and negotiating skills
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal, multi-task and prioritization skills
• Ability to demonstrate capabilities through a costing exercise
• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Product Lifecycle Management preferred

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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 will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

Washington: $69,500 - $132,000 annuallyThis 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