Williams Sonoma

About the Team

We are a close-knit team with diversified expertise, creating a wide range of products that celebrate the different Ages & Stages within Baby, Kids & Teen gear.

We value work/life balance and keeping a fun, creative and respectful atmosphere in our office.

About the Role 

Under the direction of the Design Manager, and in partnership with peers, you will develop big ideas, print & pattern concepts and gear designs that achieve overall product strategy, and merchant objectives. 

You will manage & lead the product development & design execution through collaboration with our product manager, overseas partners & vendors.

You will stay up to date on new aesthetic and social trends for baby, kids, and teens. 

The category responsibilities for the Senior Designer include kids gear (backpacks, travel gear & accessories), food storage & occasionally nursery gear.

• Owning proprietary print & pattern development for kids gear and accessories.
• Owning the development of licensed and collaboration artwork for gear.
• Leading the design development for new piece types and special construction innovations for gear.
• Leading the design development for food storage and gear accessories.
• Leading the design development & testing for new personalization (PZ) of gear categories

Responsibilities 

• Research and develop seasonal trends, themes, concepts, color, fabric, and styling and/or product form function and manufacturing processes. 
• Create designs that support merchant line plans, assortment of strategies, price points and overall creative direction, while maintaining the brand POV (point of view)
• Create and deliver effective, cohesive product presentations to “sell” concepts to merchants.
• Ensure consistent formats cross brands divisions.
• Ensure product design spec package is complete, accurate and handed off to vendors on time. 
• Communicate effectively to ensure product execution according to design intent.
• Develop and manage seasonal calendars and meet all deadlines. 
• Build with the team strong, balanced assortments that include good, better, best strategy and core, “must-have” fashion items. 
• Demonstrate visible leadership at the team and division level and initiate the opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage, coach, and develop peers.
• Oversee freelancers as needed.
• Develop SKU-level designs from conception through revisions to sample approval. Present to Head Designer for review & approval. 

Criteria 

• Strong in print & pattern design, color palettes & trend, with a high aesthetic taste-level.
• Expert in Photoshop and Illustrator 
• Able to concept & design creatively within our different product categories – print & pattern, dimensional gear, and food storage.
• Highly organized, motivated and with a sharp eye for detail
• Deadline-driven and able to manage a calendar over multiple seasons.
• Minimum 5-7 years product design experience with a knowledge of product development process for retail.
• Degree in Design or equivalent experience.
• Excellent personality and Vendors relationships skills; functions well with a team.
• Entrepreneurial spirit. 
• This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office

Physical Requirements:

• Create and carry foam core boards and samples for presentations.
• Ability to transport materials or equipment or lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis.
• Unpack boxes of samples when needed.

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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. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first. 

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 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

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 $92,000-$106,300. 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. 

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.