About Williams-Sonoma DC - Olive Branch, MS
Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.
Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
The Vice President, Supply Chain Finance position is located in Olive Branch, MS.
Reporting directly to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, this role operates as a true partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, and Corporate Finance leadership.
This is a high-impact executive role for a finance leader who combines deep analytical capability with strong judgment and executive presence. The VP will shape financial strategy, influence enterprise decisions, and ensure disciplined execution across a complex, asset-intensive supply chain.
You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will...
Strategic Leadership
- Own end-to-end Supply Chain financial strategy, including long-range planning, annual operating plans, rolling forecasts, and scenario modeling, with clear articulation of trade-offs across cost, service, inventory, and capital to guide network design, sourcing, and capacity decisions.
- Anticipate macroeconomic and operational risks; translate uncertainty into actionable options for executive leadership.
- Act as a trusted advisor to the CSCO, providing independent insight, challenge, and perspective.
Performance & Decision Analytics
- Establish a rigorous performance management cadence with executive-ready KPIs and insights.
- Shift the organization from reporting-focused to decision-oriented analytics, embedding financial insight directly into operating and investment decisions.
- Identify and drive structural cost, margin, and productivity opportunities across distribution, transportation, manufacturing, and inventory.
- Lead capital investment analysis and post-investment performance accountability.
Financial Stewardship
- Oversee Supply Chain P&L ownership, including forecast accuracy, monthly close, accruals, and variance analysis.
- Ensure strong financial controls, governance, and compliance across all distribution centers, hubs, and manufacturing operations.
- Partner closely with Corporate Finance, Accounting, and Audit to ensure alignment and transparency.
Executive Communication & Influence
- Develop and deliver concise, compelling financial narratives for the C-suite and Board
- Translate complex financial and operational issues into clear, plain-language recommendations.
- Serve as the senior financial interface between Supply Chain leadership and corporate partners.
Leadership & Talent
- Build and lead a high-performing Supply Chain finance organization with strong analytical and business partnership capabilities.
- Set a high bar for talent, rigor, and accountability; actively develop successors and future leaders.
- Lead change across systems, processes, and behaviors to modernize Supply Chain finance capabilities.
Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates...
- 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including senior roles supporting large-scale, intensive, and complex operating environments.
- Proven success partnering with executive leadership in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, or similar asset-intensive businesses.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required; MBA and CPA with public company accounting experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in large, matrixed, fast-moving organizations.
Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….
- Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
- 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
- For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
- To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)
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