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About the Team
The Sourcing team executes strategic sourcing goals globally to address the Williams Sonoma Inc and Pottery Barn business needs. This position is responsible for working with multiple departments and communicating sourcing updates to leadership in merchandising, inventory, product development, quality assurance, and global offices.
Job Description
About the Team
The Sourcing team executes strategic sourcing goals globally to address the Williams Sonoma Inc and Pottery Barn business needs. This position is responsible for working with multiple departments and communicating sourcing updates to leadership in merchandising, inventory, product development, quality assurance, and global offices.
About The Role
You will execute against defined sourcing strategy to ensure product development meets criteria of cost competitiveness, supplier capabilities, sustainability, quality, country and vendor risk while representing brand needs within your category.
This role is onsite in San Francisco 4X a week.
Responsibilities
- Influence brand leadership and cross-functional partners to achieve balanced category strategy
- Represent the brand to WSGO partners and collaborate on management of product
- Focus efforts on management of core and top seasonal investments
- Troubleshoot seasonal product issues related to development, production and/or delivery in assigned categories
- Manage sourcing processes and procedures in the assigned categories to successfully execute and deliver WSI products on time, which meet the design, quality and value mission.
- Monitor vendor performance & provide feedback to suppliers on their performance
- Collaborate with Williams Sonoma Global Operations (WSGO) partners
- Update and maintain accurate product information via our Product Lifecycle Management system
- Wear Test Management—track samples and progress of wear testing (if required)
- Work with cross functional teams including Product Development, Merchandising, WSGO, and Inventory to achieve company initiatives
- Demonstrate high level of organization skills and can quickly prioritize based on the needs of the business
- Able to apply strong analytical and reasoning skills
- Strong negotiation and management skills
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in international sourcing within retail or manufacturing industry.
- 1-2 years of experience in a specific category sourcing is a plus, but not required
- Management experience leading a team
- 4+ years college education (BA/BS)
- This role requires being onsite in San Francisco office
We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing, believing that taking care of our people is vital to our success.
People First
Investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow within the organization. Benefits may include:
- 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 supporting physical, financial and emotional health
Continued Learning
- In-person and online learning through WSI University
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Mentor program
- Career development workshops and speaker series
Note: WSI will not sponsor or relocate candidates for this position. The starting pay range is $95,000 - $110,000, based on experience and other factors. Compensation may include benefits, paid time off, bonuses, etc.
About Us
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a leading retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home, with brands including Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, West Elm, and others. We are committed to high-quality products, functional design, and outstanding customer service, supporting communities and fostering innovation.
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