Divisional Program Manager

Nordstrom

. Lead assigned programs and projects as the primary Store Planning partner to Design & Construction, Merchandising, Store/Regional Teams, and Brand Partners .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,500 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project and program management within retail and design, with a strong focus on fixture and space planning, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing tools and processes to track project status and drive solutions while maintaining design excellence and operational efficiency.

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Project ManagementFixture and Space PlanningBudget ManagementVisual MerchandisingAutoCAD

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementFixture and Space PlanningBudget ManagementProcess ImprovementUnderstanding Construction Documents

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational AbilitiesStrategic ThinkingNegotiation SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADBluebeamSmartsheetMicrosoft 365ConfluenceCoupaPOMS

Industry Keywords

RetailVisual MerchandisingArchitectureInterior DesignConstruction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead assigned programs and projects as the primary Store Planning partner to Design & Construction, Merchandising, Store/Regional Teams, and Brand Partners
Drive workstreams from inception through execution in stores
Build and execute integrated plans across multiple teams
Manage programs of high impact, risk, and complexity
Manage Fixture and Space Planning, partnering with Visual Merchandising Planning and Design Teams
Develop and maintain Store Planning Standards, Fixture Catalogs and Department Concepts
Own tools and processes to organize, track, and communicate program/project status
Identify issues and changes early and drive solutions
Present status updates and risk/mitigation strategies to leadership
Identify and document Scope of Work and prioritize business needs
Make and communicate trade-off decisions on scope, timeline, and budget
Collaborate with peers and leaders, influence stakeholder expectations, and mentor others
Prepare cost estimates on CapEx project requests and financial Work Orders
Monitor workstreams for budget, timeline, and quality expectations
Maintain Cost Report updates, forecast spend, and explain variances
Partner with Regional Leadership on project-specific budgets and work prioritization
Serve as primary contact for Store/Regional teams on store-specific projects
Support projects on-site as needed, including fixture installations, floor sets, and merchandising
Partner with Install Planner on Purchase Orders and vendor logistics commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years in project/program management with demonstrated successful program delivery within retail or design (architecture, interior planning, construction, vendor sourcing, product development) or 5+ years in corporate Visual Merchandising Management
Degree in architecture, interior design, visual merchandising, or related field (or equivalent experience); ability to understand construction documents, shop drawings, and architectural details/specifications, preferred
Strong organizational abilities; adept at managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines; able to adapt own tools and standards to the work
Ability to balance design excellence with operational and budget constraints; strategic thinker
Proficient in visual, written, and verbal communication; strong negotiation skills
Technical skills: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, Microsoft 365, Confluence, Coupa, POMS (Purchase Order Management Software), preferred
Experience with process improvement (Six Sigma, Lean, TQM) a plus
Ability to travel up to 40%, work off-hours/weekends as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

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