Sr Inventory Planner

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

3d•$95,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr Inventory Planner is responsible for projections and purchasing for assigned areas and may manage one or more Control Buyers. The role troubleshoots departmental issues, provides input and recommendations to Merchandising on annual and seasonal financial and assortment plans, leads or participates in projects to improve systems and efficiencies, and participates in department policy and staffing decisions. The role is onsite in the office Monday through Thursday, with a remote option on Friday.

Requirements

3–5 years of retail experience in planning, buying, or purchasing, or related experience.
Computer skills, including Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and 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

Work jointly with the Manager, peers, and merchants to determine annual and seasonal concept sales projections and inventory strategies.
Maintain and update sales data in the forecasting system to ensure accurate item-level projections.
Direct disposition of overstocks and aged inventory, including spif, sale book, and outlet.
Review and approve vendor buy plans, backorders and overstock, alert reports, in-stock lists, and priority receiving lists.
Communicate major flow changes to the manager for Open to Buy (OTB) maintenance and recommend changes to catalog depiction strategy.
Travel to the distribution center to monitor inventory, resolve issues, and build relationships.
Travel to the Call Center to understand customer service issues.
Lead or participate in department projects to improve systems and procedures.
Lead and manage meetings.
Participate in the Catalog-Proof Review Process, including photo, layout, and copy.
Determine staff workload.
Provide specific input on sales and inventory levels for Open to Buy and key meetings.
Hire, manage, train, coach, appraise, and develop employees.

Benefits

Generous discount on all WSI brands.
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.
Wellness program supporting 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.
Potential merit and bonus opportunities.