Assistant Manager - Apparel - Middlesex Commons Rack

Job Description

The ideal Assistant Sales Department Manager is skilled at using directive selling, sets and achieves sales goals and is committed to providing an exceptional customer experience.

A day in the life…

• Recruit, hire, train, develop and motivate your team – their success is your success

• Assist the department manager in achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan

• Ensure salespeople are delivering outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching and leading by example

• Work with the department manager to ensure merchandising and presentation standards are met

• Build long lasting relationships and create a loyal customer following by actively selling on the floor

• Assist the department manager in ensuring accurate inventory management and achieve shrinkage goals

You own this if you have…

• A track record of successful results, for example, strong productivity, personal trade, etc.

• Competitive drive and entrepreneurial confidence to succeed in a commission-based environment

• The ability to set and achieve sales goals

• Experience developing and maintaining productive relationships with department and store managers, divisional retail merchandiser and other leaders

• Strong organizational and follow-through skills

• A high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred)

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.

$19.25 - $30.75 Hourly

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:

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