Manager, Sales Operations

Williams-Sonoma

$75K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Experience in project management with a focus on organization of large projects
  • Strong organizational skills and expertise in working with cross-functional teams
  • Effective communication skills for internal and external partners
  • Skilled in time management, problem-solving, and organization
  • Strong presentation capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with regional account executives as operational support in their territory-specific pipeline of strategic accounts
  • Manage large strategic B2B projects, preparing bid/project RFPs and creating project plans
  • Oversee project status with call center and logistics teams regarding quoting and order management
  • Provide updates and key operations project details across cross-functional teams
  • Support product information/spec requests and upselling opportunities
  • Assist Business call center teams with triage plans for customer escalations
  • Participate in account executive pipeline sales reviews.

Benefits

  • Generous discount on all WSI brands
  • 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
  • Paid vacations, holidays, and volunteer time off
  • Health benefits, including dental and vision insurance with same-sex domestic partner coverage
  • Tax-free commuter benefits
  • Wellness program supporting physical, financial, and emotional health
  • In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
  • Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
  • Resources for self-development including a Mentor program
  • Career development workshops and speaker series.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Overview of the role

The Manager, Business Sales Operations role is an integral support partner for the regional B2B Sales
team. This role is responsible for providing hands-on operational project management while
working closely with cross-functional teams including Sourcing, Inventory/Planning, Logistics,
and Care Center Support Teams throughout a project lifecycle.

Responsibilities
  • Partner with regional account executives as operational support in their territory-specific pipeline of strategic account business.
  • Manage large strategic B2B projects - work cross-functionally to prepare the bid/project RFPs, create project plan, address any specific unique project needs, and pass off to call
    center support team for execution.
  • Manage project status in partnership with call center support team and logistics team -
    quoting, quote revisions, payments, keying orders and managing playbook.
  • Partner with cross functional teams to provide key operations project details and
    updates (Planning, Sourcing, & Logistics).
  • Support product information/spec requests along with alternate bids and upselling
    opportunities.
  • Support Business call center support teams with "triage" plans for customer escalations.
  • Participate in account executive pipeline sales reviews.
  • Execute stock checks and alternate product suggestions in partnership with the
    Inventory/Planning team.


Criteria
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Experience in project management with a focus on organization of large projects.
  • Strong organizational skills and expertise in working with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to effectively communicate to internal and external partners.
  • Experienced in effective time management, problem-solving, and organization skills
  • Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to communicate concerns and business needs.


Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

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 that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities

Resources for self-development

Advisor (Mentor) program

Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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