Merchandising Specialist

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Location:

The Colony, TX.

Since 1956, Williams‑Sonoma has grown from a single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, carrying best‑known brands such as Williams‑Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and West Elm. Our distribution centers connect factories to retail, online, and mail‑order customers worldwide, operating in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

• Create and maintain purchase orders based on the needs of cross‑functional partners and supply‑chain constraints.
• Communicate and manage purchase order and transportation information with agents and vendors.
• Negotiate purchase order criteria with vendors and in‑country teams to ensure proper flow of inbound inventory.
• Update weekly and ad‑hoc reporting to ensure accuracy of inventory, costs, destination, and ship & ETA dates.
• Track and update customer‑facing order dates to properly reflect customer backorder dates and receipt forecasts.
• Partner with Inventory Management, Merchandising, Sourcing, Distribution Center Operations, and Transportation teams to investigate problems and develop solutions to maintain an efficient supply chain.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field.
• At least 0‑1 year of relevant experience or recent internship.
• On‑site, in‑office role.
• Strong time‑management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Suite.

• Understanding of retail supply chain.

• Able to bend, reach, squat, climb stairs/ladder.
• Able to use computer for an extended period of time.
• Repetitive movement with hand and fingers to operate computer, phone, and keyboard.

• Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts, Community Service Program, and holidays (in some locations).
• Health, dental, vision, same‑sex domestic partner benefits, legal and identity protection plans, and pet insurance.
• More information on benefits at .

EOE