Manager, Distribution Planning

About the Distribution Planning Team

The Williams Sonoma Team is looking for leaders who can collaborate and thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrate and foster innovative thinking skills, and apply data and intuition to develop new approaches and solve problems. 

Overview of the Manager, Distribution Planning role 

You will lead your team in the successful implementation of Allocation strategies for Pottery Barn Kids Stores. You will be responsible for guiding your team in implementing retail allocation strategies which optimize store-level inventory and maximize profitability.

Responsibilities

• Become a champion of the Allocation team within the company, communicating achievements & contributions 

• Lead team in developing seasonal strategies, allocation system best practices, and analysis to drive sales and growth goals.

• Work cross-functionally with merchant and planning team leaders to optimize sales and margin across all store locations.  Guide team in collaborating to achieve appropriate mix, depth, and breadth of inventory for each location. Continually lead team in making recommendations which seek to minimize markdowns through inventory distortion.

• Work with key field partners to identify opportunities, address risks and concerns, and provide insights into key initiatives and strategies.

• Mentor team members in translating assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters.

• Lead team in improving on best practices to distribute initial order and replenishment to stores.

• Work with visual floor set to insure in stock and presentation quantity by location.

• Insure stores maintain appropriate in stock services levels weeks on hand.

Criteria

• Have strong leaderships skills with the ability to mentor and inspire your team

• Have a BA/BS degree in related field and/or 5-7 years of retail experience in distribution/allocation.

• Have sharp analytical skills, are well-versed in MS Office, savvy in Excel and are comfortable manipulating and reading data.

• Ability to build and sustain successful cross-functional relationships. 

• Have top-notch written and verbal communication skills. You communicate effectively and succinctly. 

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience with JE/Tools Group replenishment system a plus

• Maintain an entrepreneurial spirit amid a fast-paced, often changing environment.

• Ability to perform work onsite in the (San Francisco) office weekly Monday – Thursday and remote on Fridays.

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands

• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

• Tax-free commuter benefits

• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

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, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $97,500-$115,800. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

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