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September 22, 2025
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Data Analyst 2 - Inventory Optimization - HYBRID

Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
$88K/yr - $146K/yr
Entry, Mid Level
Nordstrom is a leading fashion retailer, and they are seeking a Data Analyst 2 for their Inventory Optimization team. In this role, you will analyze data to improve inventory management, collaborate with various stakeholders, and develop dashboards to communicate insights effectively.
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Responsibilities

  • Partner with key stakeholders on data analysis problems and identify opportunities for improvement through root cause analysis. You'll take ownership of these projects, driving solutions and scaling them for repeatability.
  • Apply common statistical methods, data modeling, and predictive analysis to optimize inventory balance across all channels and locations.
  • Analyze data and make informed recommendations, leveraging business knowledge to identify trends and opportunities, ensuring continuous progress.
  • Develop and maintain production dashboards and reporting resources surfacing critical KPIs
  • Use advanced data visualization techniques to clearly communicate complex findings and solutions to business stakeholders.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by taking initiative and ownership of your work.
  • Demonstrate productivity through efficient time management and a commitment to delivering strong results.
  • Establish a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and teamwork.

Qualification

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field; advanced degree a plus.
  • 2+ years of related work experience extracting, manipulating, and analyzing data and delivering business insights.
  • Proficiency in SQL and able to productionize SQL scripts with minimal guidance. Working knowledge of advanced functions in SQL.
  • Ability to conduct analyses with complex analytical storytelling & recommendations by creating a narrative that can be used by business to enact change. Condenses technical findings for both technical/non audiences and highlights tradeoffs.
  • Strong data visualization skills in Tableau, Looker or complementary visualization tools to build self-service dashboards for end users.
  • Experience using visualizations to summarize large amounts of data & highlight key insights for stakeholders. Combines statistical knowledge with graphical design to create informative, compelling visualizations.
  • Ability to develop strong relationships with a multitude of partners and stakeholders across diverse domains and functions.
  • Communicates effectively both formally and informally with stakeholders with guidance.

Preferred

  • Knowledge of merchandise, inventory and supply chain planning systems a plus
  • Knowledge of financial and/or operational metrics and KPIs a plus.

Benefits

  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
  • 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.
Nordstrom is an online fashion retailer that specializes in fashion, footwear, accessories, and beauty.
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Founded in 1901
Seattle, Washington, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.nordstrom.com
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