Operations Manager In Training
Nordstrom
About the Role
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 Fulfillment and Distribution Centers (FC/DC), building leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in trainings, meetings, and workshops.
- Support current Supply Chain Operations Managers in executing daily departmental processes.
- Rotate between departments, shifts, or buildings.
- Coach and mentor warehouse associates.
- Assist with employee selection, onboarding, and training.
- Prioritize ongoing safety efforts.
- Use data and analysis to improve departmental performance.
- Communicate effectively to report on KPIs, bridge performance gaps, and track progress.
- Gain exposure to warehouse systems and continuous improvement processes.
- Partner with Site Support teams (Human Resources, Safety, Production Control, Inventory, Transportation) to solve operational issues.
- Uphold Nordstrom's core values and foster an inclusive environment.
- Drive KPI metrics and facility performance scorecards using 4DX principles.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field focus.
- 2+ years of warehouse/fulfillment experience in a DC/FC or a bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Bachelor's degree with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026, or graduated within the last 18 months.
- 0–1 year of people-leadership experience (formal or informal).
- Comfortable working full-time on-site in a hands-on fulfillment environment.
- Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Adaptable to various shift schedules (mornings, nights, weekends).
- Open to relocation for expanded career opportunities.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree focused on Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Graduation date between January 2026 and December 2026.
- Program start date: February 2027.
- Apply by Sept. 29 for priority consideration.
Benefits
- Accelerated career growth.
- Mentorship.
- Exposure to multiple facets of supply chain operations.
- Culture valuing diversity, inclusion, and authentic leadership.
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away.
- Life Insurance and Disability.
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources.
- Eligibility for performance-based incentives/bonuses.
- 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays.