Senior Designer, Men's (Hybrid, WA) - Nordstrom

Job Description NOTE: This position is offered as a hybrid role in the Seattle, WA area. You must be willing to work in office at the Nordstrom Seattle office a minimum of 3 days/week in order to be considered for this position. Application Note: In addition to your resume, please include a PDF or link to a portfolio of your work to be considered for this position. As a Senior Designer of Men's for one of our Nordstrom Product Group (NPG) brands, you will own the category - conceptualizing, sketching and executing collection ideas that represent the Brand Ethos and fashion trends that appeal to the Nordstrom customer. The ideal candidate has experience across different apparel categories, knows how to drive design development, and has an elevated design eye. Experience in contemporary or luxury markets is a plus. A day in the life... + Conceptualize, accurately sketch and execute collection ideas that represents target customer + Design original and commercially viable product + Act as fashion authority to drive brand designs and point of view + Manage calendar across design team to ensure all milestones and due dates are met + Research materials and components + Manage product fit sessions + Collaborate with Design Director on color and pattern selection each season + Prioritize workload and complex work streams across design team + Effectively collaborate with leadership and cross-divisional partners to ensure alignment on priorities and direction + Research and analyze trends and competitive brands + Manage and develop an efficient and effective design team through performance feedback, goal-setting and development plans You own this if you have... + Bachelor's degree in Design, preferred + 7+ years' experience in design industry + 2+ years of experience managing a design team, a plus + Strong ability to hand-sketch + Strong presentation skills + Strong understanding of industry and trends along with a keen eye for fabric development and selection + Ability to handle high volume of styles + Highly organized and detail oriented with strong time management and multi-tasking skills + Ability to think strategically and deliver the right level of detail appropriate to the audience + Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills with ability to work independently or as a team + Proficiency in MS Office suite and Adobe CS + Ability to manage and develop skills of direct reports #LI-Hybrid #LI-CH1 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. Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com . © 2022 Nordstrom, Inc Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs. Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Washington: $90,000 - $175,000 annually 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, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben\_Overview\_17-19.pdf 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 OBSESSEDWe 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 HEARTWe treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGINGWe approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WINWe're committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day. WE EXTEND OURSELVESWe treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. 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