Manager, Inventory Management - Williams Sonoma
About The Position
The Inventory Management team is responsible for maintaining inventory levels across the fleet and in the distribution center. They handle all sales and margin forecasting and use that information to project future inventory needs. Based on these forecasts, the team places new orders and reorders to ensure the right products are available for the customer. As a Manager in Inventory Management, you will lead financial and inventory planning across key categories to support sales and margin goals. You will own the open-to-buy process, develop buy plans in alignment with merchandising strategies, and partner cross-functionally to optimize inventory flow and distribution. This role will also guide the successful adoption of new inventory planning tools and systems while overseeing team performance and strategic execution. This role requires being onsite in our office Monday through Thursday, and remote option on Friday.
Requirements
- 3+ years planning and inventory management experience.
- 5+ years related retail business experience.
- 1-2 years people management experience.
- Computer skills -- Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, MS Access.
- Strong business acumen, financial analysis, and technical skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment
- Ability to prioritize and schedule work in a deadline driven environment.
- Superior written, communication, presentation, and listening skills
Responsibilities
- Develop annual and seasonal budgets and financial plans.
- Achieve sales, inventory and margin goals.
- Manage the monthly open-to-buy process and review forecasts with planners & merchants to take appropriate action.
- Recommend inventory strategies to maximize sales and profits.
- Oversee the development of buy plans based on merchandising strategies.
- Analyze business trends and identify risks and opportunities with recommended strategies to take as needed.
- Understand distribution center capacity and processing capabilities to ensure inventory is flowed appropriately.
- Review distribution and visual floor set strategies to support appropriate in-stock requirements.
- Hire, train, and develop a staff while providing direction, objectives, and appraisals.
- Communicate business strategies to team members.
- Determine and prioritize workload for staff and recommend effective processes and procedures to improve results.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
