Assistant Brand Planner - Order Management

WILLIAMS-SONOMA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WILLIAMS-SONOMA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator in Singapore. This role involves managing purchase orders, coordinating with global partners, and generating reports. Ideal candidates should have a tertiary qualification with 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, and knowledge of Microsoft Access is advantageous. The position supports the global business through effective order management and collaboration with various teams.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Management, or Customer Service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of Microsoft Access is an advantage.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow through.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Global Business Partners on order submissions.
• Ensure timely order placements, acceptance, and revisions.
• Maintain accurate ship dates, quantities, and costs on purchase orders.
• Monitor order fulfillment and shipment tracking.
• Run weekly/monthly reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of home furnishings in the United States and Canada. Our brands are among the best known and respected in the industry, including Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, and West Elm. We successfully market our brands through three major channels – retail stores, catalogs, and the internet. One of the key growth strategies for Williams-Sonoma Inc. is global expansion. This expansion will be done through company-owned & operated stores/DTC channels, and through strategic franchise partnerships.

This position coordinates all end-to-end purchase order management activities and communicates with cross functional teams for their assigned categories within a brand for our Global business. This position also supports reports generation and analysis as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Order management

• Co-ordinate with Global Business Partners on order submission within the required timeline
• Ensure timely order placements, acceptance and revisions to vendors
• Maintain and update accurate ship dates, quantities, costs and descriptions on purchase orders
• Follow up on the purchase order, shipping and receiving status
• Monitor order fulfillment & shipment tracking status and provide to internal and external stakeholders and Global systems

Communication

• Collaborate with US Merchandising teams on SKU setup process and SKU availability to support on time purchase order creation
• Work closely with Sourcing and Logistics to support timely delivery of goods to all markets
• Collaborate with Global Sourcing and negotiate with vendors to improve timely acceptance and on time delivery
• Communicate relevant ordering information updates to Global partners, Sourcing team and vendors
• Participate in calls with Global cross functional teams

Reporting and analysis

• Run weekly/monthly reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Perform analysis of shipment timing to support the monthly revenue forecast

Others

• Participate in cross-functional initiatives or projects
• Share best practices among the team to improve and drive efficiency
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor on an ad hoc basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must possess a tertiary qualification with 2-3 years of Supply Chain Management, Management and/or Customer Service experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of Microsoft Access is an advantage
• Meticulous and detail-oriented with strong follow through
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skill
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and work in a fast paced, collaborative environment