Merchandise Analyst - Pottery Barn Kids

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Merchandise Analyst will help manage and create seasonal merchandise databases for Pottery Barn Kids eCommerce products. This role provides support to Website Merchandising teams by coordinating and facilitating processes and the flow of information internally and externally. This role is in-office Monday-Thursday with optional work from home Fridays.

Requirements

BA/BS required.
Previous eCommerce, retail or catalog experience (1-2 years).
Strong computer skills, including advanced Excel skills, and word processing applications.
Must have an interest in the linkage from systems to the Web.
Access database a plus.
Well-organized, detail-oriented.
Able to make timely decisions, anticipate problems and provide creative solutions.
Retail experience and basic business knowledge.
Action-oriented and full of energy for challenges.
Able to deal with ambiguity and a changing environment.
Meticulous approach to managing and organizing information.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with stakeholders.
Ability to present data and insights to non-technical audiences.
Experience working in cross-functional teams and coordinating with merchandise planners, buyers, and sales teams.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Strong organizational skills to meet deadlines and manage priorities.
Understanding of digital marketing, e-commerce platforms, or supply chain logistics.
Ability to perform work onsite in the San Francisco corporate office.
Operate a computer and communicate via telephone.

Responsibilities

Compile and input data to maintain seasonal product information databases for eCommerce and Registry.
Work closely with the creative team to assist in the creation and maintenance of creative product databases.
Work closely with the Website merchandising team to ensure correct site layout and ensure site data integrity and correct product set-up.
Create and maintain change forms to ensure database consistency, working closely with the Creative team.
Interface with site managers, project management, and e-technology teams for timely database uploads, site deployments, and reporting of issues.
Manage database uploads to merchant preview, dev, and QA testing environments.
Review creative content for product data integrity.
Coordinate and participate in weekly site testing to ensure correct data integrity.
Coordinate the archiving of Website seasonal features, functionality, and products.
Other projects as assigned.

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