Manager, Sourcing - Pottery Barn (Temp to Hire)

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

18d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

You will execute against defined sourcing strategy to ensure product development meets criteria of cost competitiveness, supplier capabilities, sustainability, quality, country and vendor risk while representing brands needs within your category. This is a temp role with the possibility of full-time hire and is onsite in SF 4X a week.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in international sourcing within the retail or manufacturing industry.
4+ years college education (BA/BS)
This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of experience in a specific category sourcing is a plus, but not required
Management experience leading a team

Responsibilities

Provide coaching and training to associate and/ or cross-functional team
Influence brand leadership and cross-functional partners to achieve balanced category strategy
Represent the brand to WSGO partners and collaborate on management of product
Focus efforts on management of core and top seasonal investments
Troubleshoot seasonal product issues related to development, production and/or delivery in assigned categories
Manage sourcing processes and procedures in the assigned categories to successfully execute and deliver WSI products on time, which meet the design, quality and value mission.
Monitors vendor performance & provides feedback to suppliers on their performance
Collaborate with our Williams Sonoma Global Operations (WSGO) partners
Update and maintain accurate product information via our Product Life Cycle Management system
Wear Test Management—track samples and progress of wear testing (if required)
Work with cross functional teams including Product Development, Merchandising, WSGO, and Inventory to achieve company initiatives
Demonstrates high level of organization skills and can quickly prioritize based on the needs of the business
Able to apply strong analytical and reasoning skills
Strong negotiation and management skills

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