Supply Chain Analyst

You will be part of the Inventory Planning organization, responsible for the strategic planning of inventory positions to drive sales, manage inventory turn and meet or exceed financial targets for your area of responsibility. Inventory associates are innovators, optimizers and problem solvers who are constantly seeking opportunities to move the business forward. You will collaborate with other business functions to support a product strategy intended to meet our customer's needs.

Overview of the Inventory Analyst role

You impact the organization by analyzing and executing a broad range of inventory & pricing projects and managing various relationships between stakeholders. You are a key player in maintaining the data integrity for item level pricing and making recommendations to improve efficiency. You will align with the brand by bringing creative thinking and innovation to help drive profitable business decisions.

• Drive improvements in inventory availability by partnering with Distribution Center Operations to resolve inventory issues
• Manage data uploads to efficiently and accurately maintain pricing and reduce pricing errors
• Recommend effective processes and procedures to improve workflow, profitability, efficiency, and transparency
• Coordinate communication around pricing and effective date changes to stakeholders
• Provide analytical support for projects, process improvements, and new business opportunities
• Partner with Inventory Management, Merchandising and Pricing teams to investigate opportunities and develop solutions for pricing maintenance
• Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
• Love to work collaboratively in a group; you have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
• Are a true business owner; comfortable with decision making and calculated risk taking
• 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
• Effectively manage workload amongst competing priorities
• Are comfortable working with and leveraging data to develop solutions and business insights
• Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
• Naturally challenge yourself and others to grow
• 1-2 years of experience in operations, inventory management, merchandising, or sourcing
• Strong analytical thinking skills
• Time management and communication skills
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Suite
• Ability to perform work onsite in the New York office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic

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

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…