Nordstrom declares preliminary plans to expand fulfillment
29 Aug '06
2 min read
Seattle-based Nordstrom Inc, a leading fashion specialty retailer, announced preliminary plans to expand its existing fulfillment and contact centers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Upon completion in spring 2008, the expansion is to coincide with the company's updating of its Direct business' inventory systems which will tie in with the store system creating a single view of inventory across channels.
This will result in a more seamless shopping experience for its customers whether they choose to shop online, in-store or by phone.
Pending approvals, Nordstrom plans a multi-million dollar expansion to almost double the current square footage of the facility adding 258,000 square feet to the current 320,000 square feet.
The expansion will create room for over 500 additional jobs in both the fulfillment and contact centers. This marks the second expansion for the company in Cedar Rapids since opening in 1997.
"We are excited to expand our presence here in Cedar Rapids," said Jamie Nordstrom, president of Nordstrom Direct. "Our online business has experienced rapid growth and we are committed to building a billion dollar business within four to six years. We're confident we'll continue to find the local talent we need in the Cedar Rapids community to support our efforts as we move forward."
"Having a company like Nordstrom, which is recognized for their high quality merchandise and services, decide to expand in Cedar Rapids speaks volumes for our community," said Mark Seckman, president of Priority One, the economic development division of the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce. "This also speaks to our long-term relationship with Nordstrom, both locally and in Seattle."
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