Distribution Analyst: In-Stock & Store Optimization

Pottery Barn; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 71,400 - 83,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on Williams-Sonoma brands

401(k) plan and investment options

Paid vacations, holidays and volunteer

Health benefits, dental and vision

Tax-free commuter benefits

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a distribution professional to ensure accurate store stock on hand and translate assortment plans into distribution parameters for Pottery Barn brands.

You will allocate merchandise to stores, analyze stock to sales, and adjust store parameters to maximize sales and profitability. The role requires 1–2 years of retail distribution experience and strong Excel skills, with onsite work in San Francisco Monday through Thursday and Friday optional in the office.

Qualifications

• 1–2 year previous retail distribution experience.
• Excellent technical skills, specifically Excel and other Microsoft office applications.
• This role requires being onsite in San Francisco Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office.

Responsibilities

• Develop distribution strategies and utilize JE- Just Enough 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 distribution strategies to maximize business
• Monitor and resolve inventory control issues with on‑hand accuracy and data integrity
• Ensure stores maintain appropriate in‑stock service levels / weeks on hand
• Create and update store groups to support distribution strategy
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Email / Excel / Word / Teams

Skills

Excel

MS Office

Tools

Email

Word

Teams

Job description

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a distribution professional to ensure accurate store stock on hand and translate assortment plans into distribution parameters for Pottery Barn brands.

You will allocate merchandise to stores, analyze stock to sales, and adjust store parameters to maximize sales and profitability. The role requires 1–2 years of retail distribution experience and strong Excel skills, with onsite work in San Francisco Monday through Thursday and Friday optional in the office.