REGIONAL BUYER NORDSTROM BY: CHELSEA PAGAN

TIMELINE Sales Associate (2005) Experienced first hand what is on the floor and the demand for products. Misses Department Manager (2008) Dealt with departmental issues and led a sales team successfully. District Buyer (2011) Communicated with the stores and corporate what the needs are and what should be put into the stores in my district.

THE NEXT STEP Regional Buyer – North East Division – Relocation – New York, NY Job Qualifications: – Minimum of 8 years experience – Flexible schedule – Bachelors Degree in Fashion Merchandising – Communication skills – Ability to identify products for Nordstrom

RELOCATION Currently residing in Washington, D.C. – Work throughout the DC Metropolitan Area – Commute to different locations and to trade shows in the area WOULD LIKE TO: Relocate to New York City – Reside in Manhattan – Be able to be available to all stores in the area – Attend the many trade shows held in buying offices in NY

SALARY As a District Buyer – Current salary of $87,000 annually with benefits Asking for Regional Buyer – $100,035 annually with benefits – Accounts for cost of living increases – Larger title comes with larger responsibility and work – and covers relocation costs

WASHINGTON DC VS. NEW YORK CITY There is a 15.3% increase in cost of living in New York City compared to DC Employers in New York typically pay their employees 7.6% more than in Washington, DC

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COST OF LIVING

JUSTIFICATION Results of previous promotion – Increase in sales by 25% – Conversion has risen 22% in % in % increase Previous Successful Projects – Opening of four new stores – Filled them with new merchandise and products – Led a team of associate buyers – Completed the store opening on schedule

POSSIBILITES Manhattan location set to open in 2018 Complete a full buy for all departments Open New Stores Accessories The Show August 4-6 th, 2013 New York Fashion Week February 6-13 th, 2013 Attend Trade Shows

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