Buyer, Fine Jewelry

Nordstrom

. Develop product plans supporting seasonal department merchandise strategies based on customer expectations and market trends .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,500 - $192,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multi-channel retail buying, with a strong focus on product selection, vendor negotiation, and inventory management. Proven ability to lead and develop teams while achieving sales and margin targets in the Fine Jewelry category.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Multi-Channel Retail BuyingVendor NegotiationInventory ManagementPeople LeadershipJewelry Category Expertise

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Hard Skills

Product PlanningMarket Trend AnalysisOpen-To-Buy ManagementMarkdown ManagementVendor Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Team MotivationCoachingNegotiation Instincts

Tools & Technologies

MS Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising

Industry Keywords

Omni-Channel RetailFine JewelryLuxury RetailCustomer BehaviorVendor-Funded Markdowns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop product plans supporting seasonal department merchandise strategies based on customer expectations and market trends
Develop multi-channel expertise, including presentation knowledge, customer behavior, and competition for full-line stores and online channels
Negotiate exclusive offerings, terms, pricing, vendor-funded markdowns, return-to-vendor agreements, drop-ship programs, and co-op
Manage and direct in-season inventory, including swaps, markdowns, and reorders
Partner with the buy planner and financial planner on business reviews, open-to-buy management, and plan revisions
Teach, coach, and motivate assistant buyers to become exceptional business managers and assortment curators
Own product selection vision, content strategy, and customer and trend insights for the Fine Jewelry category
Partner with the buy planner to achieve sales, margin, and GMROI targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience as a multichannel/omni-channel retail Buyer or in an equivalent role
Strong negotiation instincts and a track record of building lasting vendor relationships
People leadership experience; proven ability to inspire and motivate performance
A solid understanding of Nordstrom's retail and service culture
Proficiency in MS Office
A Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or a related field (preferred)
Experience managing a high-volume, multi-brand category; jewelry or luxury experience preferred
Ability to travel domestically and internationally 1–2 times per year
Must be willing to work onsite at the Nordstrom office at the work location a minimum of 4 days/week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Vision
Dental
Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount
EAP Resources
401k
PTO accruals
Holidays
Performance-based incentives/bonuses may be available