Senior Designer, Women's Apparel - Nordstrom Product Group (NPG) - (Hybrid, WA)

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Seattle, WA Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
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Job Description

NOTE:   This position is offered as a hybrid role in the Seattle, WA area.  You must be willing to work in office at the Nordstrom Seattle office a minimum of 3 days/week in order to be considered for this position.

  

IMPORTANT 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. 

As a Senior Designer for women's apparel at Nordstrom, you will own the category - conceptualizing, sketching and executing collection ideas that represent the Brand Ethos and fashion trends that appeal to the Nordstrom customer. 

A day in the life… 

  • Conceptualize, accurately sketch and execute collection ideas that represents target customer.
  • Design original and commercially viable product.
  • Act as fashion authority to drive brand designs and point of view.
  • Manage calendar across design team to ensure all milestones and due dates are met.
  • Research materials and components.
  • Prioritize workload and complex work streams across design team.
  • Effectively collaborate with leadership and cross-divisional partners to ensure alignment on priorities and direction.
  • Research and analyze trends and competitive brands.
  • Manage and develop an efficient and effective design team through performance feedback, goal-setting and development plans

You own this if you have…

  • Bachelor’s degree in Design, preferred.
  • 7+ years' experience in design industry
  • 2+ years of experience managing a design team, a plus.
  • Strong ability to hand-sketch.
  • Ability to handle high volume of styles.
  • Ability to think strategically and deliver the right level of detail appropriate to the audience
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite and Adobe CS.
  • Ability to work independently or as a team.
  • Strong time management and multi-tasking skill.
  • Strong understanding of industry and trends.

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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.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

Washington: $90,000 - $175,000 Annually

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_17-19.pdf

About this role

Summary

Design and execute women's apparel collections, manage design team, and analyze trends.

Job title

Senior Designer, Women's Apparel

Experience level

7+ years

Industry

apparel

Location requirements

Seattle, WA area; hybrid work allowed

Salary

$90,000 - $175,000 Annually

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bachelor's degreehand-sketchms officeadobe cstime management

Preferred skills

team managementstrategic thinkingcommunicationinterpersonal skills

Specializations

appareldesignfashionsketchingtrends
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Seattle, WA, USA

Hybrid City