The Replenishment Associate plays a critical role within Replenishment as a strategic partner to the Demand Forecasters and Buying and Planning teams. They are responsible for managing receipt flow and inventory to meet customer demand while supporting financial goals. Replenishment Associates are expected to drive results by proactively managing in-stock performance, mitigating inventory risk, and collaborating cross-functionally.
We are hiring for multiple RPA roles across our areas of responsibility. By applying to this requisition you will be considered for all open roles.
A Day in the Life…
Collaborate with Demand Forecaster and Merchant partners to create accurate inventory and receipt plans that align with customer demand, merchandise strategy, and financial goals.
Drive pre-season planning by providing data-driven recommendations, scenario planning, and actionable strategies.
Own and manage replenishment item performance; Maintain accurate item-level plans and communicate risks, opportunities, and insights to stakeholders.
Proactively identify and address gaps in assortment and inventory health, recommending opportunities.
Lead open-to-buy management through data-driven decisions by sharing receipt spend and flow with stakeholders to ensure financial alignment.
Partner with suppliers to understand capabilities, trends, and opportunities, and build strong vendor relationships.
Participate in key merchandising meetings (e.g., strategy reviews, style outs) to share Replenishment insights and recommendations.
You Own This If You Have…
2+ years of experience in retail merchandise planning, inventory management, or related field.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a focus on outcomes and solutions. Statistics proficiency preferred.
Experience managing high-SKU, high-revenue, and/or seasonal categories.
Demonstrated ability to influence across teams using data and insights.
A customer-first mindset and a strong understanding of the retail environment.
Ability to proactively and effectively communicate with cross-functional and external partners.
Led strategic supplier negotiations and cultivated long-term partnerships.
A growth mindset, embracing change and continuous improvement.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, Planning, and Forecasting tools; adaptability to new tools and processes.
Pay Range Details
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Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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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_17-19.pdf
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Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in retail merchandise planning, inventory management, or related field.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a focus on outcomes and solutions.
- Statistics proficiency.
- Experience managing high-SKU, high-revenue, and/or seasonal categories.
- Demonstrated ability to influence across teams using data and insights.
- Customer-first mindset and strong understanding of the retail environment.
- Ability to proactively and effectively communicate with cross-functional and external partners.
- Led strategic supplier negotiations and cultivated long-term partnerships.
- A growth mindset, embracing change and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, planning, and forecasting tools; adaptability to new tools and processes.
Nordstrom Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nordstrom and has not been reviewed or approved by Nordstrom.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside virtual care and mental health support. Additional protections like disability coverage, life/AD&D, and accounts such as HSA/FSA further strengthen the overall health-and-protection offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a defined employer match structure and access to additional financial programs like an employee stock purchase plan. Commuter accounts, transit subsidies, and adoption assistance add to the overall financial support beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-away benefits include PTO accrual, paid holidays, bereavement leave, parental and bonding leave, and a sabbatical program after tenure. PTO sharing and donation options expand flexibility in how time off can be used and supported across colleagues.
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