Job Description
The Director Product Management Human Resources and Labor Planning is a key member of the Nordstrom Product Management team, championing the associate experience evolution through data-driven insights using a variety of qualitative and quantitative inputs and delivering key features, functionality and programs for Nordstrom. In addition, indirectly, this leader champions the end customer experience. Efficient labor planning ensures that current product is on the shelves and employees are available to help customers while supporting the most efficient and profitable bottom line for Nordstrom. To build the right products and features for associates and customers, product directors lead and influence the product roadmap and its prioritization, advise on discovery, and measure and communicate results of the feature portfolio in production, all while ensuring stakeholder alignment.
A day in the life...
Advanced Capability with the following competencies, requiring minimal management support:

• Develops roadmap strategy, vision, business benefits, and prioritization of goals for the websites, apps and other channel initiatives
• Ensures alignment on priorities and direction by partnering with other groups, stakeholders and leaders
• Partners with UX, Engineering, and Research on feature design
• Drives ownership of features and services throughout the product lifecycle for our cross-channel customer experiences
• Collaborates with peers and leaders across the enterprise to solicit needs, define vision and ensure outcomes align with enterprise priorities and goals
• Hires and supervises an efficient and effective team that meets the needs of the product management strategies
• Partners with technology teams to deliver key features and functionality that enhance the customer experience across Nordstrom channels
• Conducts data-driven analyses to continuously maintain a pulse on performance and the state of the business
• Monitors & identifies customer needs staying current on industry standards/trends and respond by making adjustments to user experience and product roadmaps
• Maintains a strong understanding of available technologies and apply technology solutions, where appropriate, to improve efficiency and ultimately benefit the customer
• Reviews operating practices and procedures, determine whether improvements can be made and work to implement changes as appropriate
• Presents strategies, plans and updates to all levels of the organization, including executive leadership on a regular basis.

You own this if you have...

• 8+ years' experience or equivalent with 3+ years of management experience required, specifically in product management with technology or ecommerce company preferred
• Bachelors' degree in math, statistics, finance, economics, or related quantitative discipline is preferred
• Knowledge of labor planning, supply chain flow and store operations
• Ability to inspire others, including demonstrated experience managing and leading strong teams
• Ability to define, measure and analyze processes to identify improvement opportunities
• Technical background and understanding of software development principals
• Knowledge of a/b testing fundamentals
• Ability to build relationships cross-functionally with multiple teams from areas such as Analytics, Engineering and User Experience
• Demonstrated ability to achieve strategic goals in an innovative and fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

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...
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