About this role
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces.
We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
Position Summary
The Inventory Planning Strategy Analyst will support the Senior Manager of Inventory Planning Strategy in implementing and sustaining inventory planning capabilities across Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands. This role will translate approved processes, standards, and system changes into clear documentation, training, presentations, communications, and project resources. The Analyst will partner with Program Managers, brand teams, subject matter experts, Technology, and Business Intelligence to help users adopt tools, follow best practices, and make effective data-driven decisions.
Primary Functions
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, process maps, job aids, training decks, FAQs, onboarding guides, templates, and other user resources.
- Translate process designs, requirements, system changes, and implementation guidance into clear, practical materials for brand users.
- Support rollouts by coordinating timelines, meetings, agendas, action logs, stakeholder communications, training logistics, feedback collection, and follow-up.
- Prepare presentations, project updates, status reports, and leadership materials summarizing progress, decisions, risks, adoption, and next steps.
- Maintain organized repositories of current standards, documentation, training resources, templates, decisions, and project artifacts with appropriate version control.
- Assist with workshops, training, user acceptance testing, and post-launch support by preparing materials, documenting outcomes, tracking issues, and coordinating resolution.
- Collect and synthesize user feedback, adoption information, recurring questions, and process issues to identify documentation gaps, training needs, and improvement opportunities.
- Build effective relationships across brands and functions while ensuring communications and deliverables are accurate, consistent, accessible, and timely.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in retail inventory planning, merchandising, business operations, project coordination, process improvement, or a related role.
- Working knowledge of retail inventory planning processes, tools, and reporting.
- Ability to create clear process documentation, presentations, training materials, and written communications.
- Strong organizational and project-coordination skills, with the ability to manage deadlines, action items, and multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint or comparable tools.
- Strong communication, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work effectively with technical and nontechnical partners.
Our Culture & Values
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits
- A generous discount on all WSI 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
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, learning programs, and 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 range for this position is $71,000-$83,000. 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.