Beauty Counter Manager - MAC - Garden State Plaza

Job Overview

In the Nordstrom Beauty Department, you will create personalized beauty experiences for customers and be part of a passionate team. The Beauty Counter Manager plays a dual role—as a salesperson and a teacher—while maximizing sales in your assigned beauty brand. Ideal candidates are results-oriented, thrive in a commissioned sales environment, are passionate about beauty trends, and can build a customer following both in‑store and digitally.

• Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses, and recommend products based on customers’ beauty goals.
• Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers.
• Set and achieve personal and counter sales goals, utilizing both in‑store and digital selling tools, including text and social media.
• Manage the scheduling and execution of vendor events and promotions.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize business results.
• Keep the department customer‑ready through organization and cleanliness.
• Stay current with the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through training provided by Nordstrom and luxury brand partners.
• Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts.

• Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare.
• Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle concerns, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application.
• Strong multitasking, organization, and follow‑through skills.
• Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative.

• Continuous movement for 6–8 hours per shift, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing, and reaching to handle merchandise and assist customers.
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Regular lifting of items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

$26.05 – $27.10 hourly. Commission on beauty and men’s fragrance sales is typically 3%. Commission for apparel, shoes, and accessories sales generally ranges from 3% to 14.5%.

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement, Paid Time Away, Life Insurance, and Disability insurance.
• Merchandise Discount and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources.
• 401(k) and other retirement options.
• Possibility of performance‑based incentives or bonuses.

Nordstrom is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants, Nordstrom conducts background checks after a conditional offer and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable legal requirements, including Los Angeles City Code §189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location‑specific notices, refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

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