Operations Manager In Training - Cedar Rapids Fulfillment Center

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** Job Description
**** About Nordstrom
** Since 1901, Nordstrom has been a specialty retailer offering the very best of what’s next in fashion. Behind the scenes, our Supply Chain team ensures merchandise flows seamlessly to delight our customers.
** About the Role
** At Nordstrom, employee growth is at the core of our success.
** The Supply Chain Operations Manager in Training
** is an accelerated development opportunity designed to prepare future leaders for success. This rotational program provides hands-on experience in our Fulfillment and Distribution Centers (FC/DC), building leadership, analytical, and communication skills through practical application alongside experienced managers and senior leadership.
** The ideal candidate has or will graduate between January 2025 and June 2026 with an undergraduate degree focused on Supply Chain Management or a related field.
**** A day in the life of a Manager in Training includes...*
* • Participate in trainings, meetings, and workshops that cultivate leadership and management skills.
• Support current Supply Chain Operations Managers in executing daily departmental processes to meet goals and objectives.
• Rotate between departments, shifts, or buildings to gain a deeper understanding of operations.
• Coach and mentor warehouse associates to drive performance and professional development.
• Assist with employee selection, onboarding, and training to build strong teams.
• Prioritize ongoing safety efforts to ensure a safe work environment.
• Use data and analysis to improve departmental performance.
• Communicate effectively to report on KPIs, bridge performance gaps, and track progress on projects and process improvements.
• Gain exposure to warehouse systems and continuous improvement processes.
• Partner with Site Support teams such as Human Resources, Safety, Production Control, Inventory, and Transportation to solve operational issues.
• Uphold Nordstrom’s core values by bringing your authentic self to work and fostering an inclusive environment.
• Drive KPI metrics and facility performance scorecards using 4DX principles.
** You Own This If You…*
* • 2+ years of warehouse/fulfillment experience in a DC/FC or a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a Supply Chain Management focus or a related field with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2026 or have graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field within the last 18 months.
• Early-career leadership exposure: approximately 0–1 year of people-leadership experience (formal or informal).
* This program is designed for emerging leaders building foundational leadership skills.
* • Comfortable working full-time on-site in a hands-on fulfillment environment, including occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to adapt to various shift schedules (mornings, nights, weekends) to gain exposure to 24/7 operations.
• Open to relocation during or after the program for expanded career opportunities.
• Seeking a career that combines fulfillment expertise, operational problem-solving, and people leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Accelerated career growth through structured development and mentorship.
• Exposure to multiple facets of supply chain operations.
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and authentic leadership.

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**** 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.

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