Job Description:You're excited about this opportunity because you will...Create engaging experiences for customers by sharing expertise on styling, decorating & entertainingSeek out & promote innovative ways to make West Elm a neighborhood destination for inspirationInterpret & execute visual inspiration to drive sales & convey the eclectic, creative & modern spirit of the brandEnsure merchandising & displays are visually compelling to drive salesModel & coach associates on how to uphold visual standardsPromote the lifestyle & protect the image of the West Elm BrandMakes the store a fun, inspirational neighborhood destinationContinually seek out inspiration, trends & ways to elevate product, decorating & styling expertiseReplenish the sales floor regularly & maintain visual presentation & displaysExecute floorset to reflect the inspiration, standards & spirit of the directive within required timeframeFoster an environment where all associates are treated fairly & with dignity & respect, in accordance with our People-First PhilosophyCollaborate with the sales team by appreciating & valuing the talents & contributions of othersBe held accountable for the following brand competencies: operates with strategic agility, drives innovation & change, provides influential leadership, communicates effectively, develops self & others, creates teams & partnerships, focuses on the customer, models personal accountability, builds operations excellence & drives executionWhy you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.We're a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibeA technologically and data-driven businessCompetitive salaries and comprehensive health benefitsWe're at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generationWe're passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experienceWe get to be creative dailyA smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideasWe believe in autonomy and reward taking initiativeWe have fun!We're excited about you because...1-3 years of experience in merchandising or visual role1-2 years experience in home related design or visual merchandising preferred. Specialty retail preferredEffective communication, organization and leadership skills.Proven ability to motivate and influence others through personal actions and examples.College degree preferred or equivalent job experience.Physical Requirements:Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of timeAbility to operate POS systemAbility to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 pounds, while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniquesBenefits:Once you are here, you can look forward to a wide variety of benefits designed to help you grow, personally and professionally, to keep you healthy, to prepare you for the unexpected, to care for your family and to build a secure future. Depending on your position and your location, here's a look at what you might be eligible for:A generous discount on all Williams Sonoma Inc. brands through multiple shopping channelsPaid vacations, holidays and other time-off programsHealth benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care tax-free spending accounts; medical, family and bereavement leave; same-sex domestic partner benefits; short- and long-term disability programs; life and travel insurance; an employee assistance program.A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional healthIn-person and online learning opportunities through WSI UniversityCross-brand and cross-function career opportunitiesA business casual work environmentCompany-sponsored community involvementWSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigrationThis role is not eligible for relocation assistance.About Us: Our CompanyFounded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (the 'AODA') in Ontario, Williams-Sonoma Canada would like to advise that it complies with all applicable requirements of the AODA and, if necessary, provides accessibility for all applicants and associates with physical and mental disabilities, both during recruitment and employment.The parties hereto have expressly required that this Agreement and documents ancillary thereto be drafted in the English language. Les parties à la présente ont expressément exigé que le présent accord et les documents afférents soient rédigés en langue anglaise.
