Williams-Sonoma, Inc. · 1 month ago
Buyer, Utility
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWilliams-Sonoma, Inc. is a premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home. The Buyer for Rejuvenation will develop business strategies and seasonal assortment plans for the Utility category, managing cross-functional collaboration to meet business goals and supervise the category merchant team.
Responsibilities
Owns the Utility business making strategic decisions that drive demand, net and margin results, aligned with brand goals
Perform competitive market as well as internal sales analyses to keep abreast of current business trends internally and externally
Obtain feedback from channels to improve product, fill-in assortment and build long and short-term strategies. Communicate annual and seasonal strategies to functional areas (Inventory, Design, Sourcing, Production, Visual and selling channels) to gain buy-in and alignment
Develop and recommend seasonal and core product mix for assigned product categories for both in-house design and 3rd party development
Collaborate with Inventory Management to develop annual and seasonal financial plans to provide cross-functional partners with insights on purchase quantities, delivery dates, flow and exit strategies
Maintain relationships, resolve issues and conduct final negotiations with significant suppliers and agents as necessary (domestic and overseas)
Recommend and collaborate with Visual to plan retail floor layouts and allocations
Serve as the product expert - preparing training, fielding questions and taking corrective actions in processes and products to improve performance and drive results
Manage and develop the Buying team- delegate, motivate and lead the team towards efficient completion of daily, monthly, and quarterly goals
Determine workload for team; recommend effective processes and procedures to improve workflow and results
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising or related field
Minimum of 5-7 years of Buying/Product/Category Management experience
Proven track record of setting strategies and driving top-line and bottom line results
Minimum of three years prior experience and proven success in leading and inspiring a team
High level of proficiency in MS Office suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
High level of proficiency in working with ERP system
Proven ability to develop strong cross functional relationships
Outstanding problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities
Thrives in a high energy and fast paced environment, with the ability to be flexible and react to rapidly changing business needs and priorities
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
Preferred
Prior experience in home furnishings
Benefits
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
Company
Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marta Benson
CEO Pottery Barn Brands
Jeff Howie
Chief Financial Officer
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