Allie Nelson
Seattle,WA
Summary
Successful Executive with over 15 years of demonstrated ability in delivering mission-critical results. Offering outstanding communication and cross-cultural team management skills. Entrepreneurial attitude for driving results and developing successful teams. Ambitious team leader adept at creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders and effectively aligning with and supporting key business initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Engineering Senior Program Manager
Nordstrom
07.2023 - Current
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and optimizing resource allocation.
- Reduced program costs through diligent budget management and identifying areas for cost savings.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, resulting in successful on-time delivery of multiple programs.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing agile methodologies for better project execution and adaptability.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products within scope and budget constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the organization''s needs.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues early in the project lifecycle, mitigating potential delays or setbacks.
General Manager
Nordstrom
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations through Workday
- Maintained an effective working relationship with all support partners in order to reach collaboratively positive business results
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems
- Maintained a leadership team of over 35 while improving turnover and driving strategic business changes
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning
Regional Operations Manager
Nordstrom
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Support focus across Nordstrom + Rack stores in areas of Inventory Control, Fulfillment and Service Experience
- Influence and guide store teams towards re evolution of inventory process in order to drive outcomes in support of key business strategies
- Solution oriented leadership to resolve issues that impact store performance and profit
- Developed, onboarded, trained, and built skills of new and existing Operations leaders within stores
- Drove vision and adaptation towards business alignment within Nordstrom
- Led leaders in effective leadership of growth in service standards, KPIs and Department Manager development
- Identify opportunities to improve results and partners with store and regional leaders on root cause and plan of action
- Strive to deliver operational excellence with an focus on continuous improvement and optimization of standards to improve efficiency and execution
Store Manager
Nordstrom Rack
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Drove customer satisfaction scores through development of leadership education that surfaced through our front line employee team
- Provided a positive work environment that manifested a low turnover rate and high career path execution
- Drove change and adapt to new tools and technology to optimize the business
- Collaborated with store merchant teams to achieve results through constructive feedback and gross margin expertise
- Oversaw all operations functions to run a 10+ million dollar business
Nordstrom District Store Support Manager
Nordstrom Rack Store Merchant, Nordstrom
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Taught divisional merchandise directives to District Managers, Store Leaders and Department Managers to drive vision
- Led the planning and execution of new store openings, relocations, and remodels within the Region
- Supported eleven stores, ensured all business and process efficiencies were aligned and profitable
- Provided feedback on divisional merchandising to the Store Environment strategy team in order to improve merchandising standards
- Identified and reported trends through competitive shops to ensure the store was a key player in the market
Skills
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Organizational Restructure and Change
- Microsoft Office Proficient
- Overall Program Optimization and Development
- Customer Service Management
- Cross-Functional Team Management
Timeline
Supply Chain Engineering Senior Program Manager
Nordstrom
07.2023 - Current
General Manager
Nordstrom
02.2022 - 07.2023
Regional Operations Manager
Nordstrom
07.2020 - 02.2022
Store Manager
Nordstrom Rack
05.2018 - 07.2020
Nordstrom District Store Support Manager
Nordstrom Rack Store Merchant, Nordstrom
07.2016 - 05.2018