Data Analyst - Anaplan Model Builder

Job Description

The Data Analyst 3 - Anaplan Model Builder will be a member of the S&OP/S&OE technical enablement team supporting NCoder, Nordstrom's network volume planning product within Supply Chain Network Throughput Planning. NCoder transforms cross-functional enterprise plans and forecasts into warehouse-level volume plans across six connected Anaplan models — Inbound, DC Outbound, Store Inbound, Returns, and Task, staged through a central Data Hub — informing operational resource decisions across Nordstrom's distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and stores.

The Data Analyst 3 - Anaplan Model Builder will own the design, build, and maintenance of NCoder's Anaplan models, partnering closely with Supply Chain planners and engineering to keep the platform scalable, well-governed, and aligned to evolving business needs.

• Design, build, and maintain modules, dashboards, and calculation logic across NCoder's Anaplan models (Inbound, DC Outbound, Store Inbound, Returns, Task)
• Partner with Supply Chain planners and product/engineering leads to translate volume-planning requirements into scalable Anaplan model designs
• Manage and troubleshoot data connections between Anaplan and Data Hub, the central staging layer that receives all external data from Big Query via Airflow import DAGs
• Maintain the model sequence and dependencies across Workstream 1 (Inbound → DC Outbound → Store Inbound) and Workstream 2 (Returns, running independently), both feeding the downstream Task model
• Optimize models for performance and usability as planning cadence, data volume, and new workflows (e.g., fulfillment, last mile) come online
• Document model logic, data flows, and business rules to support governance, onboarding, and audit needs
• Partner with data engineering on Big Query source/destination tables and Airflow DAG issues that affect model refreshes
• Train and support Supply Chain planners and downstream consumers (Warehouse Ops, Transportation, Store Ops, SC Finance) on using NCoder models
• Leverage AI-assisted tools such as Claude Code and Claude Desktop to accelerate model documentation, testing, and workflow automation

• Degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 3-5+ years building and maintaining Anaplan models;
  Anaplan Certified Model Builder (Level
  3) or equivalent preferred
• Strong understanding of Anaplan architecture: modules, lists, hierarchies, actions, dashboards, hub-and-spoke model design
• Experience with data integration/ETL — Big Query, Airflow-orchestrated pipelines, or similar
• Comfortable with SQL for querying source and destination tables
• Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into structured technical model designs
• Supply chain domain experience preferred (DC/FC/store operations, inbound/outbound logistics, returns, or labor/task planning)
• Comfortable presenting to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

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.

$ - $ Annual

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,…