Manager, Distribution Planning - west elm

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About the Distribution Planning Team

Born in Brooklyn. At home in the world. west elm has been helping customers express their personal style at home since the launch of our first catalog in 2002. Our home base is nestled down under the Manhattan Bridge in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY, right above our flagship store. We are a dynamic, fast-paced brand with an exciting growth strategy. We value imagination, diversity and giving people the opportunity to explore, grow and shape our future. We look for innovative, smart and hard-working individuals who enjoy creative thinking and ingenuity. Help us carry out our mission of being a source of inspiration to our customers, creating a global community and tirelessly seeking ways to evolve our brand.

Overview of the Manager, Distribution Planning role

You will lead your team in the successful implementation of Allocation strategies for west elm. You will be responsible for guiding your team in implementing retail allocation strategies which optimize store-level inventory and maximize profitability.

Responsibilities

• Become a champion of the Allocation team within the company, communicating achievements & contributions
• Lead team in developing seasonal strategies, allocation system best practices, and analysis to drive sales and growth goals.
• Work cross-functionally with merchant and planning team leaders to optimize sales and margin across all store locations. Guide team in collaborating to achieve appropriate mix, depth, and breadth of inventory for each location. Continually lead team in making recommendations which seek to minimize markdowns through inventory distortion.
• Work with key field partners to identify opportunities, address risks and concerns, and provide insights into key initiatives and strategies.
• Mentor team members in translating assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters.
• Lead team in improving on best practices to distribute initial order and replenishment to stores.
• Work with visual floor set to ensure in stock and presentation quantity by location.
• Ensure stores maintain appropriate in stock services levels weeks on hand.

Criteria

• Love to work collaboratively in a group, you have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
• Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
• Are a true business owner; comfortable with decision making and calculated risk taking for the benefit of your business
• Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
• Pride yourself on the quality of work and are a stickler for the details
• Naturally challenge yourself and others to grow
• Ability to work onsite in the Brooklyn office Monday - Thursday and work remotely on Fridays.

We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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

Your Journey in 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 and learning programs
• Speaker series

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 ordinances.

The expected starting pay rate for this position is starting at $115,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

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