Assistant Designer, Furniture Storage - West Elm

Responsibilities

• Aid Designers in organizing and preparing for weekly Product Development meetings and Work Sessions.
• Support seasonal product presentations to the team and senior management.
• Assist Designers with developing specs and concept boards.
• Provide insights that align with team objectives and support effective processes and procedures.
• Recognize key fashion trends and understand competitor activities.
• Maintain and organize development samples both physically and digitally.
• Track department samples and ensure all samples are approved in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Product Lifecycle Management.
• Partner with Williams Sonoma Global Operations country partners, merchants, sourcing, engineering, and color team.
• Communicate department business needs and bring new ideas for specs and concept boards.
• Solve problems to identify and address existing product issues.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience with digital and physical product development processes.
• Understanding of fashion trends and competitive analysis.
• Basic knowledge of design software and tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic understanding of fashion design principles and trends.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI 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 supporting physical, financial, and emotional health.
• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University.
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities.
• Resources for self-development, including an advisor (mentor) program and career development workshops.

Pay

The expected starting pay range for this position is $27.85-31.33/hr. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

This role requires being onsite in the office Monday through Friday.