Distribution Planner, Furniture - West Elm

About the Team

The Distribution Team manages the movement of goods from suppliers or warehouses to retail locations, customers, or other distribution centers. Their core focus is to ensure that the right products are delivered to the right place, at the right time, and in the right condition.

About The Role

The Distribution Planner will manage the Allocation functions, systems, and processes necessary to maintain appropriate store inventory levels. Reports to the Manager of Distribution. This role requires being onsite in our office Monday through Thursday, and remote option on Friday.

Responsibilities

• Utilize and control the store allocation systems
• Ensure stores maintain appropriate in-stock, service levels, and weeks on hand objectives
• Set up appropriate system parameters, profiles, safety stocks, display minimums, etc., to achieve store/item in stock goals and objectives
• Manage allocation system to rate of sale
• Set-up and maintenance of the allocation system to ensure timely processing of new, current, and discontinued merchandise
• Plan and execute allocations to support Visual floor sets and Perimeter or bay requirements by store group
• Support specialized store assortments (warm weather, Flagship, bay variations, special purchase or store needs)
• Resolve allocation issues as needed
• Special projects, analysis, and report assignments as needed

Criteria

• 2 + years retail planning and distribution experience
• You have a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field (an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered)
• You have superior computer skills including business applications such as MS Windows and MS Office including Excel, Word and Access
• You have knowledge of theory and principles of project management

Competencies

• DRIVE FOR RESULTS: Ensure distribution plans meet timing and inventory flow targets.
• CREATE SOLUTIONS: Use analysis to improve distribution efficiency.
• OWN IT: Own distribution planning for assigned departments.
• COMMUNICATE WITH CLARITY: Provide clear updates to partners and team.

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. Our Associates Are Encouraged To Bring Their Authentic Selves To Work, So They Can Be Their Best And Achieve Their Personal And Professional Goals. We Make Inclusivity A Cornerstone Of Our Culture By Welcoming Associates With Diverse Cultures And Backgrounds And Celebrating Them, Together. We Nurture An Open, Inclusive Environment For All. Our Differences—whatever They May Be—are Valued, Explored, And Appreciated. Together, We’re Creating A More Just And Inclusive Company Culture Where The Only Criteria For Advancement Are The Quality Of Our Work The Contributions We Make To Our Teams And The Business Our Ability To Lead And Connect.

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
• Continued Learning 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

Pay

The expected starting pay range for this position is $75,000-$85,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

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.