Assistant Manager - Beauty - Downtown Portland

Job Description

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

• Use directive selling to meet or exceed sales goals
• Build personal trade by developing and maintaining relationships with customers
• Assist the Department Manager in achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan
• Coach salespeople to meet or exceed their Sell More, Make More goals and deliver outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching and leading by example
• Act as a fashion role model and product knowledge expert for the customer
• Work with the Department Manager to ensure merchandising and presentation standards are met and accurate inventory management is achieved

• A track record of successful results, for example, strong productivity, personal trade, etc.
• Directive selling techniques that help you to set and achieve sales goals
• The ability to use key metrics, such as hot sellers, top vendors, etc., to identify opportunities and drive volume
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred)

Pay ranges: $41,500.00 - $67,000.00 Annual. At Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The commission Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%. This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.

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

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.

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