Who We Are
For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter. From international foods and hand-picked wine and beverages to artisan furniture and on-trend décor, we offer a high-quality assortment at a great value you won’t find anywhere else.
And, while diversity of product is critical to our success as a retail brand, it is our culture of diversity and belonging that allows us to thrive as a team. Each and every individual's contribution and unique perspective matter and inspire us to be inclusive, collaborative, open-minded, adaptable, honest, and respectful.
What You’ll Do
You will be responsible for managing the placement and tracking of purchase orders to ensure on time delivery of merchandise to Distribution Centers in support of Department Inventory Management strategies.
Manage the purchase order process; write, maintain, edit and track PO's to achieve target in DC dates in accordance with Open to Buy.
Support Analyst as needed in DC to store and DC to E-Commerce allocation process.
Work with Analyst and Merchandising to ensure appropriate inventory levels are available for ad merchandise.
Track and provide in-stock reporting for core items, shops, guidelines, promotional events, etc.
Review department sales trends, work with Planners and Analysts to ensure in-stock and flow of merchandise.
Secure vendor/agent acknowledgement of orders via web forms.
Support inventory management team with ad hoc reporting needs.
Manage vendor compliance log in partnership with inventory Planner and Merchants.
Key point of contact with vendors/agents regarding purchase orders.
Review and manage locked sku reports.
What You'll Bring
BS or BA degree required.
Minimum 1 year Retail/Catalog/Internet Planning and Distribution experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high level of initiative in fast paced environment.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask and consistently meet deadlines.
Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy and ability to detect inconsistencies in data.
Strong computer skills and experience using MS Windows; Excel & Word.
Strong math skills.
Able to build and maintain productive relationships with cross-functional teams.
Able to organize and prioritize, demonstrates logical analysis and problem-solving skills.
Able to understand Inventory Management strategies and how to execute them.
Collaborate with peers to ensure consistency of information, share best practices and develop systems knowledge.
Demonstrates good listening, written and oral communication skills. Effectively and clearly communicates, reflecting an appropriate sense of urgency.
Participate in company initiatives as appropriate.
Participate in cross-functional meetings, contributing input on Inventory Management strategies.
Partners with Inventory Management team to balance workloads and priorities; solicits decision support when needed.
Proficient with personal computers; has the ability to master available resources and technical applications.
Work Location: Hybrid. You will spend up to 3 days per week on average at our Alameda, CA Home Office.
Why We Love It
Work life balance is a priority.
Up to 30% employee discount and product sample sales!
A fun and supportive work environment where you feel welcomed and safe.
A culture of inclusion that empowers you to be your best authentic self.
Opportunities to make an impact through your passions.
Wellness Program including virtual fitness classes, personal health advocates, coaches, gym discounts and more.
Accrued Vacation, Sick Time and Personal Holidays.
Eligible employees offered Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k) Savings Plan, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance and more.
CA Pay Range is $27-$31 per hour.
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Part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan after working 250 hours within their first three (3) months of employment.
Benefits for full-time employment on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment include offerings for programs including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Commuter Benefits and Employee Assistance.
If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department:
Phone: 1-833-680-2399
Email: hrsupport@worldmarket.com
This email address is only to request reasonable accommodation for the application process due to a medical condition. If you do not need a reasonable accommodation for such reason, please use the apply button below to complete an application and upload your resume.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, which depending on your location may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of World Market, LLC. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.