Visual Associate Jobs in Detroit, MI (NOW HIRING)

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About the Team

Our mission is to enhance the quality of our customers' lives at home. We put the customer at the center of everything we do, every day. Our corporate values that guide our actions and decisions are our People First culture, customers, quality, shareholders, integrity, and corporate responsibility.

Overview of the Assistant Manager of Visual role

You will support management team in achieving goals by providing World-Class service. You will serve as a role model for building relationships with customers. You will maintain presence through store supervision to ensure appropriate staff coverage in all areas of the store. You will implement visual changes and maintain store standards.

Responsibilities

        Manage all visual aspects of the business including visual, display, merchandising and floorset execution

        Own the business by identifying opportunities, developing and executing strategies and protect Company assets

        Provide exceptional customer service in the store to achieve world-class service standards

        Reinforce customer service principles by coaching staff on their successes and challenges

        Attract, retain and develop top visual and display talent

        Create and ensure a positive environment where all associates are treated fairly and with dignity in accordance with our People-First Philosophy

Criteria

        Excellent communication, organization and leadership skills

        Superior critical thinking skills to creatively identify challenges and develop action plans in a timely manner

        Great time management skills and ability to execute multiple tasks and appropriately manage competing priorities

        2-3 years of previous visual display and merchandising experience or management

Physical Requirements

        Must be able to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time

        Must be able to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques

        Full time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business.

        Part-Time Flex associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend** (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and two during the week (Monday to Thursday). For an associate to be scheduled 20 hours or more weekly, greater availability (beyond the minimum required above) that meets the needs of the business will be required. **Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday).

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)

        Online learning opportunities through brand specific resources and WSI University 

        Cross-brand and cross-functional career opportunities

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.

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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.