Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
About the Team The Inventory Planning & Management team is responsible for building and managing merchandise financial plans that optimize for sales growth, margin and turn. We are a trusted partner to the merchandising …
Skills: Inventory Planning, Financial Planning, Open-to-Buy Strategy, Forecasting, People Management
Sarasota, Florida, United States · On-site
About the Role Receive shipments & accurately maintain inventory records. Maintain stockroom & off-site locations. Assist sales team in replenishing sales floor after shipment or during recovery periods. You’re excited a…
Skills: Inventory Management, Customer Service, Stocking, Shipment Processing, Time Management
Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Interior Design, Sales, Customer Service, Clienteling, Space Planning
Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site
About the Role As a Sales Associate you provide customers with a unique shopping experience by offering excellent customer service. Utilize effective selling techniques and provide in-depth product knowledge in a fast-pa…
Skills: Customer Service, Selling Techniques, Product Knowledge, POS Operation, Visual Merchandising
Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Retail Sales, Shift Supervision, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Leadership
Fairfax, Virginia, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$17/hr
About the Role Receive shipments & accurately maintain inventory records. Maintain stockroom & off-site locations. Assist sales team in replenishing sales floor after shipment or during recovery periods. You’re excited a…
Skills: Inventory Management, Customer Service, Stocking, Shipment Processing, Time Management
Dedham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$22/hr
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Retail Sales, Shift Supervision, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Leadership
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$24/hr
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Interior Design, Clienteling, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Space Planning
Buford, Georgia, United States · On-site
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Omni Channel Fulfillment, Retail Management, Inventory Control, Leadership, Critical Thinking
San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
$60k–$76k/yr
About the Team The Visual Merchandising team drives in-store execution of Williams Sonoma brand standards and merchandising strategies across all stores. The team develops clear visual direction that translates product p…
Skills: Visual Merchandising, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Mac OS
Pune, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid
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Antioch, Tennessee, United States · On-site
About the Role Receive shipments & accurately maintain inventory records. Maintain stockroom & off-site locations. Assist sales team in replenishing sales floor after shipment or during recovery periods. You’re excited a…
Skills: Inventory Management, Customer Service, Stocking, Shipment Processing, Time Management
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$22/hr
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Interior Design, Clienteling, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Space Planning
Spokane, Washington, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$23/hr
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Skills: Leadership, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Staff Coaching, Time Management
Fairfax, Virginia, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$17/hr
About the Role As a Sales Associate you provide customers with a unique shopping experience by offering excellent customer service. Utilize effective selling techniques and provide in-depth product knowledge in a fast-pa…
Skills: Customer Service, Selling Techniques, Product Knowledge, POS Operation, Visual Merchandising
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$25/hr
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Visual Merchandising, Leadership, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Staff Coaching
San Ramon, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$22/hr
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our mission is to enhance the q…
Skills: Visual Merchandising, Leadership, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Floor Planning
San Francisco, California, United States · Hybrid
$28/hr–$31/hr
About the Team You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trends. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing. As part of Williams-Sonoma,…
Skills: Retail Buying, Sales Analysis, Business Metrics Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables
Roseville, California, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$20/hr
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Skills: Interior Design, Clienteling, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Space Planning
San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$27/hr
About the Team You will be a part of a collaborative team responsible for driving and managing sample development from concept through to production, working together with Design, Technical Design, Merchants, and Sourcin…
Skills: Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Time Management, Multi-tasking, Organization
Portland, Oregon, United States • On-site
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Lead the development of annual financial plans and inventory strategies for Bath and Furniture categories to maximize sales and profitability. Manage a high-performing planning team and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize inventory flow and product launches.
Requires over 10 years of retail experience, including 5+ years in people management and DTC inventory planning. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel is mandatory for analyzing business data and building forecast models.
About the Team
The Inventory Planning & Management team is responsible for building and managing merchandise financial plans that optimize for sales growth, margin and turn. We are a trusted partner to the merchandising organization, providing insight into sales trends, inventory productivity and exit strategies. We are “numbers” people with a passion for analyzing and synthesizing data into forecast models, constantly updating plans in reaction to sales trends.
About the Role
The Director, Inventory Management is responsible for developing and executing brand financial and merchandising plans for the Bath and Furniture categories. They will execute inventory strategies to maximize sales, profits and to protect the brand, travel to stores and DC to identify opportunities; improve processes and resolve issues, manage the career development of their team.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you will...
Lead the development of annual financial plans, monthly forecasts, and open-to-buy (OTB) strategies, presenting recommendations to executive leadership.
Own sales, inventory, margin, and expense forecasting, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to achieve financial and inventory objectives.
Monitor business performance through daily, weekly, and monthly analysis, implementing actions to maximize inventory productivity, profitability, and in-stock performance.
Communicate inventory position, financial forecasts, business risks, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership through regular business reviews and executive presentations.
Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Finance, Supply Chain, Distribution Centers, Manufacturing, and Channel leaders to optimize inventory flow, support floor sets and web launches, and maximize business performance.
Collaborate with Merchandising and Visual teams to ensure inventory strategies align with floor sets, assortments, and successful product launches.
Develop monthly sales forecasts and financial reporting to support Finance and executive planning processes.
Identify emerging trends, business opportunities, and operational risks, recommending strategies to drive sales, margin, and inventory productivity.
Recruit, mentor, develop, and lead a high-performing planning team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Communicate department strategy and financial objectives across the organization, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
We’re a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe
A technologically and data-driven business
Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits
We’re at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation
We’re passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience
We get to be creative daily
A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas
We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative
We have fun!
We’re excited about you because...
10+ years retail experience
5+ years people management experience
5+ years DTC inventory planning experience
Technical Competencies required:
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC
Ability to converse over a telephone
Ability to transport materials or equipment or lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits
Continued Learning
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
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 ordinance.
| Our Company 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. |
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home. Our family of brands includes Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, GreenRow, and Dormify. 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.
Offices: 3250 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109, US
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home. Our family of brands includes Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, GreenRow, and Dormify. 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.
Offices: 3250 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109, US
