Visual Merch, Part-Time, Somerset Collection, Potterybarn

About the Role

Visual Merchandiser supports management team in achieving goals by providing World-Class service. Serves as a role model for building relationships with customers. Maintains presence through store supervision to ensure appropriate staff coverage areas.

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will... 

• Create engaging experiences for customers by sharing expertise on styling, decorating & entertaining 

• Seek out & promote innovative ways to make West Elm a neighborhood destination for inspiration 

• Interpret & execute visual inspiration to drive sales & convey the eclectic, creative & modern spirit of the brand 

• Ensure merchandising & displays are visually compelling to drive sales 

• Model & coach associates on how to uphold visual standards 

• Promote the lifestyle & protect the image of the West Elm Brand 

• Makes the store a fun, inspirational neighborhood destination 

• Continually seek out inspiration, trends & ways to elevate product, decorating & styling expertise 

• Replenish the sales floor regularly & maintain visual presentation & displays 

• Execute floorset to reflect the inspiration, standards & spirit of the directive within required timeframe 

• Foster an environment where all associates are treated fairly & with dignity & respect, in accordance with our People-First Philosophy 

• Collaborate with the sales team by appreciating & valuing the talents & contributions of others 

• Be held accountable for the following brand competencies: operates with strategic agility, drives innovation & change, provides influential leadership, communicates effectively, develops self & others, creates teams & partnerships, focuses on the customer, models personal accountability, builds operations excellence & drives execution 

 

Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 

• We’re a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe 

• A technologically and data-driven business 

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits 

• We’re at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation 

• We’re passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience 

• We get to be creative daily 

• A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas 

• We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative 

• We have fun! 

 

We’re excited about you because... 

• 1-3 years of experience in merchandising or visual role  

• 1-2 years experience in home related design or visual merchandising preferred. Specialty retail preferred  

• Effective communication, organization and leadership skills.  

• Proven ability to motivate and influence others through personal actions and examples. 

• College degree preferred or equivalent job experience. 

 

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time 

• Ability to operate POS system 

• Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 pounds, while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques