Distribution Analyst role within Williams-Sonoma’s Inventory Planning team, focused on planning and allocating store inventory to support sales, improve turns, and hit financial targets. You’ll translate assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters, manage in-stock levels, and resolve inventory accuracy issues, using JDA and Excel. Standout perk: hybrid schedule (onsite Mon–Thu, remote Fridays) plus strong retail benefits and brand discounts.
- Hybrid schedule: remote Fridays
- Generous employee brand discount
- Learning via WSI University
You will be part of the Inventory Planning organization. This role will be 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 Distribution Analyst role
You will ensure that the store stock on hand is correct to support sales. You will translate assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters. You will allocate merchandise to stores, analyze and adjust store parameters to maximize sales and profit.
Responsibilities
Develop distribution strategies and utilize JDA to maximize in-stock position Translate assortment and buy plans into distribution parameters Analyze stock to sales and adjust store parameters to increase or decrease
product flow * Work with visual floor set to ensure in stock and presentation quantity by location Manage new store planned inventory levels to ensure in-stock store opening Recommend to Planner and merchant distribution strategies to maximize
business * Monitor and resolve inventory control issues with on hand accuracy and data integrity Ensure stores maintain appropriate in-stock services levels weeks on hand Create and update store groups to support distribution strategy
Criteria
1-2 yrs retail planning or distribution experience Proficient with Excel and other Microsoft office applications Have a desire and willingness to work collaboratively in a group Possess strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload to
meet deadlines
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
This role will be onsite Monday-Thursday with the option to work remotely on Fridays.
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 range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. 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.