Nordstrom tech exec Edmond Mesrobian is leaving the company

Nordstrom Chief Technology and Information Officer Edmond Mesrobian will this week step down from his position, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The retailer is currently searching for his replacement.

Mesrobian joined Nordstrom from Tesco in 2018, taking on a role that had been vacant for over a year.

Highlights of his time at the company included overseeing a restructuring of its technology team, with the aim of leveraging AI to boost the customer experience.

“We’re grateful to Edmond for his leadership and many contributions to our business, employees and customers,” CEO Erik Nordstrom said in a memo to employees.

“He has led a step change improvement in our technology, data and product capabilities, and it’s clear that we’re in a much better place today than we were before he arrived.”

“He has been a key contributor in building the architecture, infrastructure and resiliency needed for us to be a digital-first company and realise our Closer to You strategy.”

More US appointments news

Target has appointed Prat Vemana as Executive Vice President, Chief Digital and Product Officer.

Vemana will join the retailer on 31st October, reporting to Chief Guest Experience Officer Cara Sylvester.

In this role, he will oversee Target's digital business, including site merchandising, user experience, digital operations and product, and Target+, an online third-party marketplace.

Additionally, Vemana will provide key support for the product teams.

"Digital continues to be a major growth driver for Target, and we're excited for Prat to bring his proven expertise in this area to an elevated role on our leadership team," says CEO Brian Cornell.

"Our team has created a digital shopping experience that is truly best in class, and under Prat's leadership, our digital business is well positioned to continue growing for years to come."

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