About the Role

Visual Merchandiser supports management team in achieving goals by providing World-Class service. Serves as a role model for building relationships with customers. Maintains presence through store supervision to ensure appropriate staff coverage areas.

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will... 

Create engaging experiences for customers by sharing expertise on styling, decorating & entertaining 

Seek out & promote innovative ways to make West Elm a neighborhood destination for inspiration 

Interpret & execute visual inspiration to drive sales & convey the eclectic, creative & modern spirit of the brand 

Ensure merchandising & displays are visually compelling to drive sales 

Model & coach associates on how to uphold visual standards 

Promote the lifestyle & protect the image of the West Elm Brand 

Makes the store a fun, inspirational neighborhood destination 

Continually seek out inspiration, trends & ways to elevate product, decorating & styling expertise 

Replenish the sales floor regularly & maintain visual presentation & displays 

Execute floorset to reflect the inspiration, standards & spirit of the directive within required timeframe 

Foster an environment where all associates are treated fairly & with dignity & respect, in accordance with our People-First Philosophy 

Collaborate with the sales team by appreciating & valuing the talents & contributions of others 

Be 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 execution 

 

Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 

We’re a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe 

A technologically and data-driven business 

Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits 

We’re at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation 

We’re passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience 

We get to be creative daily 

A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas 

We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative 

We have fun! 

 

We’re excited about you because... 

1-3 years of experience in merchandising or visual role  

1-2 years experience in home related design or visual merchandising preferred. Specialty retail preferred  

Effective 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 time 

Ability to operate POS system 

Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 pounds, while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques 

 

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  A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health  Paid vacations and holidays (full-time) Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time)

 

WSI 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 immigration 

 

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. 

 

FOR SF ONLY: 

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.