Our Company

Founded 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.

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

About the team 

You will be part of the Decorative Accessories GEAR Product Development Team. You will support the Designers who design gear (backpacks, lunches, travel, food storage and nursery gear) for Pottery Barn Kids & Teen. The team’s job is to deliver innovative designs, communicate with overseas vendors, execute on time approvals, and remain competitive with the kids and teen gear market.

About the role 

As a Design Coordinator you will support the design team with sample management, presentation and meeting preparation, vendor communication, licensed product development and general organization & task management. Must be detailed and self-motivated and enjoy working closely in a collaborative environment.

 

Responsibilities

Product Development

Coordinate the production of design concepts/samples as directed by Designers. Track department samples and designs, following up on any late or missing packages. Maintain detailed product status spreadsheet (trackers) for each season development. Support designers to prepare for meetings and presentations. Attend and keep notes on all Product Development meetings; own the meeting calendar. Be involved in the product development cycle and calendar. Own the management of Licensing submission through to the final approval stage; requires understanding the parameters set by each licensor and working closely with our licensing team on submissions. Send samples for testing; help maintain testing development calendar. Assist in communication to the vendors using our Product Lifecycle Management program (PLM)

Office 

Own keeping the office space and product Sample Closets organized and functional. Help maintain the fabric/materials library. Work with designers on occasional product purges and archiving. Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects (samples) up to 50 pounds on a limited basis. Operate & maintain a laptop & communicate via phone, email, or other digital formats.

Criteria

Strong organizational skills   Strong communication skills  Ability to prioritize and schedule work in a deadline driven environment   Proficiency in MAC & PC Deep understanding of Microsoft Excel, understanding of Microsoft Office Familiarization with PLM or similar software  Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite a plus Ability to perform work onsite in the San Francisco office full-time. Bachelors or Design degree (or experience in related field)   This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office

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We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored and appreciated.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:  

A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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 

Your Journey in 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 and learning programs Speaker series

 

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00 per hour. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.