CRITERIA

• Have 3-5 years of experience in retail planning or in a direct to consumer environment.
• Have bachelor’s degree in business administration; concentrations in Finance, Marketing, Retail Management, or Supply Chain preferred.
• Demonstrate strong analysis, critical thinking, organization, and independent decision-making skills.
• Have strong initiative, self-motivation, attention to detail, and are results oriented.
• Strong retail math acumen, including elements of markup, margin planning, open to buy, and inventory productivity measures.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels/functions of the organization.
• Can work effectively in a team as well as individually.Demonstrates excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED (TECHNICAL SKILLS):

• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Proficiency in using MRP/ERP systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC
• Ability to converse over a telephone
• Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment

YOUR JOURNEY IN CONTINUED LEARNING

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series
  WSI will not commence an immigration case or “sponsor” an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
  This is a hybrid role primarily based in our Portland, OR office. It is not eligible for relocation assistance or to be remote at this time.
  Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
  

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Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We’ve seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn’t changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we’re a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we’re always looking for new energy and ideas

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

You will be a part of the Inventory Planning team, which is responsible for maximizing sales and margin through strategic inventory management. You will be a critical partner to the merchant teams in support of your category. Your team members will include Inventory Planners across all categories, Control Buyers, as well as Fulfillment.
In this position, you will partner with the buying team as an owner of an assigned category from product conception to conclusion. You will be responsible for maximizing sales and margin through strategic inventory management. You will develop and execute product plans from the product line level down to the sku level for all product channels. This position is also responsible for partnering with the Buyers on assortment decisions and managing in-stock levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, execute, and communicate merchandise financial plans and strategies that support the company’s overall merchandising objectives for a specific product line.
• Collaborate with Buyers to develop top down financial plans at the product line/category/collection levels and reconcile to the bottom-up item plans to optimize sales, margin, and inventory productivity across channels.
• Develop item demand plans collaboratively with Buyers to align with company initiatives, maximize demand, and ensure proper inventory levels are maintained to drive sales.
• Collaborate with Buyers on planning and forecasting items showcased in catalog and direct mail marketing.
• Develop regular forecast updates across product lines and channels based on business performance in partnership with the Product Team and the Director of Planning.
• Manage open-to-buy dollars for assigned categories
• Determine inventory buys for product assortments in alignment with inventory plans.
• Proactively identify and quantify opportunities and risks and propose solutions that will drive the business.
• Provide items forecasts to buying team to ensure raw materials/finished goods flow seamlessly through the supply chain to meet demand and minimize out of stocks.
• Develop and provide appropriate business analysis to support decision making, influence future purchases, and product strategies.
• Ensure proper inventory levels are maintained through product allocations and replenishment to support sales and inventory productivity goals.
• Develop sales and inventory plans for new retail locations as necessary.
• Work with Buyers to determine and manage exit strategies, recommending items for clearance and controlling aged inventory.
• Partner with Inventory Management department leadership to develop planning tools and methods to improve business management and improve results.
• Other duties as assigned by management.