Distribution Analyst - Williams Sonoma

Responsibilities

• Develop distribution strategies and utilize JE- Just Enough to maximize in-stock position
• Translate assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters
• Analyze stock to sales and adjust store parameters to increase or decrease product flow
• Work with visual floor set to ensure in-stock and presentation quantity by location
• Manage new store planned inventory levels to ensure in-stock store opening
• Recommend distribution strategies to maximize business
• Monitor and resolve inventory control issues with on hand accuracy and data integrity
• Ensure stores maintain appropriate in-stock service levels / weeks on hand
• Create and update store groups to support distribution strategy
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Email / Excel / Word / Teams

Requirements

• 1-2 years previous retail distribution experience
• Excellent technical skills, specifically Excel and other Microsoft office applications

Criteria

• Onsite in San Francisco Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office

About the Role

You will ensure that the store stock on hand is correct to support sales. You will translate assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters. You will allocate merchandise to stores, analyze and adjust store parameters to maximize sales and profit.

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

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. People First Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization.

About Us

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.