Senior Inventory Strategy Planner
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About the Inventory Strategy Team

You will be part of the Inventory Planning organization that is responsible for the strategic planning of inventory positions to drive sales, manage inventory turn and meet or exceed financial targets for your area of responsibility. Inventory associates are innovators, optimizers and problem solvers who are constantly seeking opportunities to move the business forward.

Overview of the Inventory Strategy Role

As part of the Inventory Strategy team, you will support system implementation and optimization, drive business and process improvement and provide training to support these initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide user support for Inventory Planning systems used for Demand Forecasting and Allocations.
• Maintain system parameters that drive safety stock levels, supply chain rules, and product classifications.
• Develop, refresh, and maintain weekly, monthly and quarterly KPI reports.
• Translate complex information into user-friendly insights that can influence business strategy and drive action.
• Create step-by-step documentation and reference guides to support training and troubleshooting for Inventory Planning systems and business processes.
• Test new systems and functionality to identify bugs and best practices prior to implementation.

Criteria

• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to communicate across a wide range of cross-functional partners, including technical and inventory planning teams.
• SQL and advanced Excel skills with experience in manipulating large amounts of data.
• Effectively manage workload amongst competing priorities.
• Ability to think innovatively to solve problems.
• 1-3 years of experience in Inventory Management or an analytic-based position.
• Ability to perform work onsite in the (San Francisco, Rocklin, Portland, New York, San Jose) office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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.

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 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 rate for this position is $100,000. 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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