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Overview

Join to apply for the Visual Associate - Store role at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Our brands include Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, PBteen, west elm and Williams-Sonoma. We market through retail stores, catalogues, and the Internet, and offer opportunities for professional and personal growth. Associates receive a generous product discount and benefits including a competitive pension plan, employee assistance program and service recognition gifts.

Summary

Assist leadership and the Visual Manager in developing and executing the visual inspiration for store merchandising. Execute action plans to ensure the store meets visual merchandising objectives to drive sales and convey the brand spirit. Participate in all aspects of visual merchandising and display, collaborating with the Visual Manager and team to ensure flawless execution of seasonal floor sets. Inspire others to keep the store presentation relevant, fresh, and inspirational.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Ensure that all visual standards are consistently maintained and elevated within the store.
  • Interpret and execute visual inspiration to drive sales and convey the eclectic, creative and modern spirit of the brand.
  • Ensure merchandising and displays are visually compelling to drive sales.
  • Continually seek out inspiration, trends and ways to elevate product, decorating and styling expertise.
  • Replenish the sales floor regularly and maintain visual presentation and displays.
  • Participate in mapping and planning of seasonal floor sets with the Visual Lead and/or Assistant Store Manager - Visual.
  • Execute floor sets to reflect the inspiration, standards and spirit of the directive within the required timeframe.
  • Partner with Visual Lead and/or Assistant Store Manager - Visual to develop action plans to drive sell-through and maximise store inventory/ownership; respond quickly to sell-through and inventory to increase profitability through visual merchandising.
  • Train and inspire store team on the brand's vision of visual merchandising standards and display.
  • Foster an environment where all associates are treated with respect and diversity is valued, in line with the People First Philosophy.
  • Uphold company values of customer service and satisfaction; assist in selling and service functions as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Experience

  • 1-2 years working in merchandising, styling, visual art and/or craft role.

Skills/Knowledge/Competencies

  • Ability to interpret and execute merchandising from inspiration.
  • Understanding of design, composition and aesthetics; ability to maintain brand integrity through visual display techniques. Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong artistic background in a variety of media.
  • Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects.
  • Ability to quickly adapt, develop and execute strategies successfully.
  • Ability to motivate, inspire and influence others.
  • Ability to lead self and others to achieve results.
  • Excellent communication, planning, prioritising and organisational skills.
  • Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
  • Availability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to lift and mobilise medium to large items, up to 30kg, using appropriate lifting equipment and safety techniques.

Education

  • GCSEs or equivalent experience preferred.

Reports To

Area Manager

About Us

WILLIAMS-SONOMA UK Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and would consider reasonable adjustments to accommodate a candidate with a disability. This position description is not inclusive of all duties and responsibilities and can be changed without notice.


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