Inventory Planning Manager - Rejuvenation

Williams-Sonoma•Portland, OR

21d

About The Position

The Inventory Strategy Manager role provides tactical operational and technical support to the Inventory Planning team. This role is responsible for all shared, cross-divisional planning tools and the delivery of files to business partners. It is responsible for administering processes across product divisions, and collaborating productively with business partners in Finance, Merchandising, Supply Chain Optimization, and Technology. It also requires a high degree of technical competency to own the complex Excel tools and understand how the data interfaces with all WSI systems.

Requirements

5-8 years of experience in Inventory Planning and Management, Retail Systems, or other analytical role
Advanced Excel skills
Proficiency with SQL and other business intelligence/ reporting platforms
Strong analytical thinking skills
Strong understanding of Retail Math
Flexible and growth oriented mindset
Able to clearly communicate complex ideas

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred

Responsibilities

Be the subject matter expert on planning and merchandise systems; field questions from all RJ users (including the planning, merch, web, retail and manufacturing teams) and advise on functionality regularly
Lead the creation of training materials and documentation
Recommend effective processes and procedures to improve workflow, profitability, efficiency, and accuracy
Facilitate OTB Planning for the Brand
Be the primary liaison with Tech on the Rejuv OFT tool
Collaborate with VP on internal deadlines for OFT submissions
Recommend targeted action to keep brand in-line with budget
Prepare Corporate OTB submission and create notes for VP of Inventory and Brand EVP
Training and Troubleshooting Document, troubleshoot, and communicate system issues with tech partners
Train new associates
Train existing associates on new functionality
Communicate any enhancements that tech deploys
Support Setup seasonal mins and new stores in JustEnough
Be liaison between Allocations and Tech or DCs when issues come up (shipments stuck in allocated status and enable to be received; aged allocations not shipped, etc.)
Reporting Support and Ad hoc Analysis for brand leadership, including EVP, Directors of Merchandising, and channels
Be the backup for regular reporting needs
Understand the data to help troubleshoot when questions arise
Own planning, approval and implementation for price changes
Own recapping results daily, weekly, monthly and during major promo events
Own the IR excel tool that interfaces with JustEnough and Snowflake data, updating for each quarterly review
Rollup Brand IR file and share with channel partners
Manage the compilation of divisional reorders in JE and pass-off to Supply Chain Operations team
Monitor on-order reporting to ensure new orders are placed as expected in terms of lead times and quantities
Manage rollup of monthly “push, chase, cancel” file and communication of impact

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
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