Job Description

NOTE: This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.

We don’t just sell cutting‑edge fashion and accessories — we create them. Our talented fashion design team, the Nordstrom Product Group (NPG), develops, designs, produces, and sources all Nordstrom‑brand products. From traditional to trendy, this team shapes the styles and looks our customers love. And now, we have an exciting opportunity to join this team.

The ideal Associate Apparel Designer is a fashion obsessed, motivated, detail-oriented, reliable team player who can design a specific category or brand. Our ideal associate designer candidate is customer focused, can follow creative direction, has a strategic mindset and helps drive results all while being flexible, consistent and inquisitive.

Application Note: In addition to your resume, please include a PDF or link to a portfolio of your work to be considered for this position.A day in the life…

• Conceptualize and accurately sketch design ideas based on direction from Sr. Designer.
• Supports Designer / Snr Designer with assortment execution for additional category(s) or brand(s) - including collab prep, sketching, coloring cads, tech pack creation and maintenance as needed.
• Supports design leadership in office to build and curate visual tools needed to support seasonal story telling for their team.
• Consistently shop and research marketplace, including our competitors for inspirations and opportunities in product, fabric, color and silhouettes.
• Builds strong, synergistic relationships with all cross functional partners.
• Continuous research to understand customer, trends and shifts in the competitive landscapes.
• Ask effective questions and solicit feedback to understand needs.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement to simplify, innovate, and accelerate successful outcomes.

You own this if you have…

• Bachelor's or associate degree in fashion.
• Strong college portfolio and CV resume.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Adobe CS and ability to hand-sketch. Ability to quickly adapt to new technology and systems.
• Positive and passionate with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment and build strong relationships with business partners & teammates.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to identify key trends and determine how they appropriately relate to the brand/ consumer.

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away

• Life Insurance and Disability

• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Washington: Total Base Pay Range 69,000.00 - 110,500.00 USD Annual

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_15_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf