Director - Strategy & Planning- FP&A- (Hybrid- Seattle, WA)
Nordstrom, Seattle, WA, United States
Overview
The Director of Strategy & Planning is a key finance leadership role responsible for driving long‑term financial planning, enterprise capital allocation, and value creation initiatives. This role partners closely with executive leadership to translate strategy into actionable financial plans, ensuring disciplined investment decisions aligned with the company’s growth priorities and financial objectives.
Hybrid: Requires in‑office presence in downtown Seattle, Washington 4 days per week.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and executive communication skills with the ability to influence decision‑making across the organization.
A Day In The Life Long‑Term Strategic Financial Planning
Lead the financial components of the enterprise long‑range planning (LRP) process, including 3–5 year financial outlooks and scenario modeling across the income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows
Partner with finance and executive leadership to translate strategic priorities into financial targets and actionable roadmaps
Develop macroeconomic, industry, and business performance scenarios to inform decision‑making
Provide insights on growth opportunities, risks, and strategic trade‑offs
Capital Allocation & Investment Strategy
Develop and manage the enterprise capital allocation framework to optimize returns and support strategic priorities
Evaluate investment opportunities, including organic growth initiatives, strategic projects, and potential M&A
Lead financial modeling, ROI analysis, and business case development for major investments
Partner with business leaders to prioritize initiatives based on strategic fit and financial impact
Strategic Decision Support
Serve as a thought partner to the CFO and executive team on key strategic initiatives
Provide insights on portfolio optimization, cost structure, and resource deployment
Support enterprise transformation initiatives through financial analysis and performance tracking
Drive cross‑functional alignment on strategic priorities and performance metrics
Financial Modeling & Forecasting
Own and maintain the enterprise 3‑statement financial model, ensuring full integration across the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows
Lead the annual and rolling forecast process, translating business assumptions into accurate, timely financial projections
Drive variance analysis and forecast accuracy improvements, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions
Partner with accounting and business finance teams to ensure model assumptions reflect operational realities and accounting treatment
You Own This If You Have
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate strategy, investment banking, or consulting
Strong experience in long‑range planning, capital allocation, and strategic finance
Expert‑level 3‑statement financial modeling skills, including integrated scenario analysis, sensitivity modeling, and full income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow integration
Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive cross‑functional initiatives
Excellent executive communication and storytelling skills
Experience supporting Board or executive leadership teams preferred
Benefits
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
Pay Range Details $160,000.00 - $250,000.00 Annual
Performance‑based incentives/bonuses may be available. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.
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Hybrid: Requires in‑office presence in downtown Seattle, Washington 4 days per week.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and executive communication skills with the ability to influence decision‑making across the organization.
A Day In The Life Long‑Term Strategic Financial Planning
Lead the financial components of the enterprise long‑range planning (LRP) process, including 3–5 year financial outlooks and scenario modeling across the income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows
Partner with finance and executive leadership to translate strategic priorities into financial targets and actionable roadmaps
Develop macroeconomic, industry, and business performance scenarios to inform decision‑making
Provide insights on growth opportunities, risks, and strategic trade‑offs
Capital Allocation & Investment Strategy
Develop and manage the enterprise capital allocation framework to optimize returns and support strategic priorities
Evaluate investment opportunities, including organic growth initiatives, strategic projects, and potential M&A
Lead financial modeling, ROI analysis, and business case development for major investments
Partner with business leaders to prioritize initiatives based on strategic fit and financial impact
Strategic Decision Support
Serve as a thought partner to the CFO and executive team on key strategic initiatives
Provide insights on portfolio optimization, cost structure, and resource deployment
Support enterprise transformation initiatives through financial analysis and performance tracking
Drive cross‑functional alignment on strategic priorities and performance metrics
Financial Modeling & Forecasting
Own and maintain the enterprise 3‑statement financial model, ensuring full integration across the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows
Lead the annual and rolling forecast process, translating business assumptions into accurate, timely financial projections
Drive variance analysis and forecast accuracy improvements, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions
Partner with accounting and business finance teams to ensure model assumptions reflect operational realities and accounting treatment
You Own This If You Have
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate strategy, investment banking, or consulting
Strong experience in long‑range planning, capital allocation, and strategic finance
Expert‑level 3‑statement financial modeling skills, including integrated scenario analysis, sensitivity modeling, and full income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow integration
Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive cross‑functional initiatives
Excellent executive communication and storytelling skills
Experience supporting Board or executive leadership teams preferred
Benefits
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
Pay Range Details $160,000.00 - $250,000.00 Annual
Performance‑based incentives/bonuses may be available. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.
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