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About the Team

In Product Design, we drive and manage sample development from concept through to production, working hand-in-hand with Design, Technical Design, Merchants, and Sourcing team members.

About the Role 

As a Textiles Designer, you will support new product lines and product development processes for each season for specific departments that reflect mood, market trends and business needs. You assist product development meetings and participate as a one of the communicators for agents, merchants, sourcing, and color teams. You will work with Senior Management to assure all deadlines and key calendar dates are met. Not only are you part of the design process, but you will also support the Director and Head Design Manager to manage and collaborate with rest of the team.

The ideal candidate has a strong design aesthetic, design experience, proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, passion for product designing and a hands-on attitude toward physical presentation and sample setup.

Responsibilities 

• Create new designs for textile products designs including bedding, bath, rugs and window
• Produce renderings in Photoshop for visual presentations and refine design concepts.
• Translate design briefs into market-ready textile patterns and products.
• Prepare presentation boards, physical samples, and display materials for Concept Presentations.
• Collaborate closely with product development, production, and sourcing teams to ensure design intent is maintained through to final product.

• Work closely with overseas merchants and vendors to develop product with key deadlines top of mind and ensuring all samples are deliver for key presentations.

• Design and develop specs and concept boards while managing concept all the way through product approval 
• Proactively support calendar to recognize milestones and key dates
• Conduct trend and material research to stay ahead in the market and suggest innovative design directions.
• Assist with physically setting up for executive presentations
• Identify opportunities for innovation in techniques and products
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator a must.
• Minimum 4 years retail product design experience
• Strong eye for color, texture, and pattern.
• Comfortable with hands-on work, including physical display or showroom setup.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience
• Degree in Design or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing (category specific product); keeping materials and pricing in mind.   
• Experience in identifying and contributing trends and inspiration based on the given concept direction.  
• Must have an aspirational taste-level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends.   
• (A plus) Domestic and overseas experience collaborating with factories, understanding price adjustment to reflect brand aesthetic
• (A plus) Knowledge of constructions 
• Experience working in Textiles/ home/ fashion design or similar field.
• Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand

Criteria

• This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office 

 Nice to Have:

• Previous experience in Kids home or kids fashion design 
• Prior experience preparing presentations for retailers or buyers.

• Domestic and overseas experience collaborating with factories, understanding price adjustment to reflect brand aesthetic

• Knowledge of constructions. 

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Our Culture & Values 

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. 

People First 

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

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 that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

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, learning programs, and 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).

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 $80.000 - $85,000. 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 Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. 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.