Assistant Manager - Women's & Men's Apparel - Gaithersburg 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. Responsibilities 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 Qualities & Requirements 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. $22.75 - $30.75 Hourly Benefits 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 401k medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options PTO accruals Holidays and more. This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Legal & Compliance For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. 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. About Us We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity. CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs. OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better everyday. WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us! Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date. © 2026 Nordstrom, Inc #J-18808-Ljbffr Nordstrom, Inc.