
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $28.50 - $29.65
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Merchandise discount
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Nordstrom is a leading fashion retailer known for its commitment to exceptional customer service and quality merchandise. Founded in 1901, the company has established itself as a trusted brand offering a wide range of products including apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty items. Nordstrom is recognized for its upscale shopping experience, both in physical stores and online, and prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for its diverse customer base. The company operates numerous stores across the United States and Canada, maintaining a strong reputation for style, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Nordstrom values its employees as essential to delivering excellent service and continuously invests in their development and well-being.
The Beauty Department at Nordstrom is dedicated to helping customers look and feel their best by offering personalized beauty experiences. Joining this department means becoming part of a passionate and dynamic team that values unique skills and fosters professional growth. As a Beauty Counter Manager, you will fulfill a dual role of salesperson and educator, directly influencing customer satisfaction and sales performance. This position is ideal for individuals who are results-driven, passionate about the latest beauty trends, and skilled in building lasting customer relationships both in-store and through digital platforms.
The role involves conducting makeup applications and skincare consultations tailored to meet each customer's beauty goals. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the counter and department maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Setting and achieving personal and counter sales goals is a key part of the position, utilizing diverse selling tools including texting and social media to engage with customers. You will also manage vendor events and promotions, cultivating strong partnerships to support business growth. Maintaining an organized and customer-ready beauty counter is essential, as is staying informed about industry trends through ongoing training provided by Nordstrom and its luxury brand partners.
The Beauty Counter Manager must be adept at managing sales transactions, including refunds, exchanges, and enrolling customers in the Nordstrom Rewards program to enhance loyalty. The role requires exceptional multitasking abilities, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to achieving sales targets. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, is important to meet business needs. Physical demands include standing and moving continuously for extended periods, performing tasks that require bending, reaching, and lifting items that may weigh up to 25 pounds. This comprehensive role offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $28.50 to $29.65, plus commission in a performance-driven sales environment.
Nordstrom is committed to the health and well-being of its employees, providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off. Additional perks such as merchandise discounts and employee assistance programs help to enhance the overall work experience. This opportunity is suitable for those who are passionate about the beauty industry and eager to contribute to a respected brand known for excellence in customer experience and employee support.
The Beauty Department at Nordstrom is dedicated to helping customers look and feel their best by offering personalized beauty experiences. Joining this department means becoming part of a passionate and dynamic team that values unique skills and fosters professional growth. As a Beauty Counter Manager, you will fulfill a dual role of salesperson and educator, directly influencing customer satisfaction and sales performance. This position is ideal for individuals who are results-driven, passionate about the latest beauty trends, and skilled in building lasting customer relationships both in-store and through digital platforms.
The role involves conducting makeup applications and skincare consultations tailored to meet each customer's beauty goals. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the counter and department maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Setting and achieving personal and counter sales goals is a key part of the position, utilizing diverse selling tools including texting and social media to engage with customers. You will also manage vendor events and promotions, cultivating strong partnerships to support business growth. Maintaining an organized and customer-ready beauty counter is essential, as is staying informed about industry trends through ongoing training provided by Nordstrom and its luxury brand partners.
The Beauty Counter Manager must be adept at managing sales transactions, including refunds, exchanges, and enrolling customers in the Nordstrom Rewards program to enhance loyalty. The role requires exceptional multitasking abilities, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to achieving sales targets. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, is important to meet business needs. Physical demands include standing and moving continuously for extended periods, performing tasks that require bending, reaching, and lifting items that may weigh up to 25 pounds. This comprehensive role offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $28.50 to $29.65, plus commission in a performance-driven sales environment.
Nordstrom is committed to the health and well-being of its employees, providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off. Additional perks such as merchandise discounts and employee assistance programs help to enhance the overall work experience. This opportunity is suitable for those who are passionate about the beauty industry and eager to contribute to a respected brand known for excellence in customer experience and employee support.
Job Requirements
- Physical ability to continuously move for 6-8 hours per shift, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers
- Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Ability to handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, including reaching and lifting these items above the head
- Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds
Job Qualifications
- Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
- Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle customer concerns and contribute to a positive team environment
- Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application
- Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
- Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology
- The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
- High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
Job Duties
- Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses and recommend products based on customer’s beauty goals
- Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers
- Set and achieve personal and counter sales goals, utilizing both in-store and digital selling tools (inclusive of text and social media)
- Manage the scheduling and execution of vendor events and promotions
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize business results
- Keep department customer-ready through organization and cleanliness
- Keep up with the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through trainings provided by Nordstrom and luxury brand partners
- Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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