Senior Inventory Planner – Rejuvenation

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About the Inventory Planning Team The Inventory Planning team is responsible for maximizing sales and margin through strategic inventory management.

Overview of the Inventory Planner role As the Inventory Planner, you will partner with Product Management to own a product line from conception to conclusion.

The Planner is responsible for maximizing sales and margin through strategic inventory management.

The Planner develops and executes product plans from the product line level down to the SKU level for all product channels.

This position is also responsible for partnering on assortment decisions, directing the buying of inventory, and managing in-stock levels.

Responsibilities Develop, execute, and communicate merchandise financial plans and strategies that support the company’s overall merchandising objectives for a specific product line.

Collaborate with Product Managers to develop top-down financial plans at the product line/category/collection levels and reconcile them to the bottom-up item plans to optimize sales, margin, and inventory productivity across channels.

Develop item demand plans collaboratively with Product Managers to align with company initiatives, maximize demand, and ensure proper inventory levels are maintained to drive sales.

Collaborate with Product Managers on planning and forecasting items showcased in the catalog and direct mail marketing.

Develop regular forecast updates across product lines and channels based on business performance in partnership with the Product Team and the Director of Planning.

Manage open-to-buy dollars for assigned categories and determine inventory buys for product assortments in alignment with inventory plans.

Proactively identify and quantify opportunities and risks and propose solutions that will drive the business.

Provide items forecasts to buying team to ensure raw materials/finished goods flow seamlessly through the supply chain to meet demand and minimize out of stocks.

Develop and provide appropriate business analysis to support decision-making, influence future purchases, and product strategies.

Ensure proper inventory levels are maintained through product allocations and replenishment to support sales and inventory productivity goals.

Develop sales and inventory plans for new retail outlets as necessary.

Work with Product Managers to determine and manage exit strategies, recommending items for clearance, and controlling aged inventory.

Partner with Inventory Management department leadership to develop planning tools and methods to improve business management and improve results.

Manage a minimum of at least one direct report.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Operate a computer and communicate via telephone Transport materials and equipment and lift, move and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis Criteria Bachelors Degree in Business Administration; concentrations in Finance, Marketing, Retail Management, or Supply Chain a plus.

Three to five years of experience in retail planning or direct-to-consumer environment preferred.

Proficient use of MS Office Products, MRP, and ERP systems; Advanced MS Excel skills desired.

High levels of critical thinking, monitoring, coordination, persuasion, systems analysis and evaluation, judgment and decision-making, time management, organization, reasoning, and documentation.

Strong initiative, self-motivation, attention to detail, and result-driven orientation.

Strong retail math acumen, including elements of markup, margin planning, open-to-buy, and inventory productivity measures.

Moderate levels of learning strategies, instructing, complex problem solving, technology design, troubleshooting, and flexibility.

Excellent communication, presentation, and multi-tasking skills.

Team-oriented with strong management skills.

Moderate to a high level of English reading, writing, speaking, and active listening.

Ability to perform work onsite in the Portland office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 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.

We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences-whatever they may be-are valued, explored and appreciated.

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 commence an immigration case or “sponsor” an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.