Overview
Remote
On Site
USD 102,500.00 - 170,500.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Inventory Optimization
Decision-making
Collaboration
Data Science
Product Management
Inventory
Network
Analytics
Leadership
Data Engineering
Extract
Transform
Load
Merchandising
Analytical Skill
Reporting
Computer Science
Mathematics
Statistics
Management
Supply Chain Management
Retail
Inventory Management
SQL
Data Wrangling
Optimization
Dashboard
Business Intelligence
Tableau
Communication
Value Engineering
Job Details
Job Description
As a part of our Inventory Optimization team, the Data Analyst 3 is a strategic partner responsible for elevating data-driven decision-making across critical inventory lifecycle functions, including returns optimization, intra-network movement, and initial positioning.
This role requires a unique blend of data expertise and deep business understanding, demanding resourcefulness to structure analysis from ambiguous, complex operational data. You will translate complex challenges into high-impact insights, directly influencing operational strategy and serving as an analytical coach and expert for non-technical stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with leaders in Supply Chain, Inventory, Merchandising, Data Science, Product Management and Engineering influencing inventory strategies that support all customer journeys.
A Day in the Life...
You Own This If You Have
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:
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 conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ's for relevant information and guidelines.
2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
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 Annual
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: _Overview_17-19.pdf
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As a part of our Inventory Optimization team, the Data Analyst 3 is a strategic partner responsible for elevating data-driven decision-making across critical inventory lifecycle functions, including returns optimization, intra-network movement, and initial positioning.
This role requires a unique blend of data expertise and deep business understanding, demanding resourcefulness to structure analysis from ambiguous, complex operational data. You will translate complex challenges into high-impact insights, directly influencing operational strategy and serving as an analytical coach and expert for non-technical stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with leaders in Supply Chain, Inventory, Merchandising, Data Science, Product Management and Engineering influencing inventory strategies that support all customer journeys.
A Day in the Life...
- Lead analytical projects to optimize core inventory functions: returns processing, intra-network flow, and initial positioning strategies, focusing on tangible business outcomes.
- Confidently ingest, structure, and analyze data from various sources, making informed assumptions and proactively documenting limitations to deliver timely, actionable insights despite data complexity.
- Design and deploy comprehensive analytics toolkits (reports, dashboards) that directly enable Operations and Merchandising teams to make high-quality, data-driven decisions.
- Synthesize complex analyses into clear, compelling narratives and visualizations. Communicate business impact and recommendations effectively to leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
- Partner with data engineering to support robust data pipelines (ETL). Dive deep into Operations and Merchandising metrics to ensure consistent definitions and alignment across analytical approaches.
- Coach peers on leveraging new BI tools and advanced analytical techniques. Identify and replace manual, legacy reporting with scalable, automated solutions.
You Own This If You Have
- 5+ years as a Data Analyst, BI Analyst, or similar role.
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative field such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent combination of experience and education; Master's degree preferred
- Direct experience within Operations, Supply Chain, or Retail Inventory Management a plus.
- Advanced proficiency in SQL for querying, data wrangling, and optimization.
- Expertise in developing user-friendly dashboards using modern BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker).
- Demonstrated ability to structure and execute analysis despite high data ambiguity.
- Exceptional ability to translate technical findings into clear business objectives and strategy.
- Outstanding communication skills, with proven success in simplifying complex analyses for executive and non-technical audiences.
- High level of ownership, driving projects independently from problem definition to final action.
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 conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ's for relevant information and guidelines.
2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
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 Annual
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: _Overview_17-19.pdf
Youtube Link:
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