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About the Role

Under the direction of the Head Design Manager , and in partnership with peers, the Senior Lighting designer will develop big ideas, concepts, and technical drawings that achieve overall product strategy, and merchant objectives. Manage design execution and drive product development process throughout the entire development cycle . The initial category responsibilities for the Senior Designer include both PB Main Lighting and Bath Lighting .

Responsibilities

• Manage specific tasks and areas, execute the design process for a given season and business segment
• Research and develop seasonal trends, themes, concepts, color, fabric ations, and stylin g.
• Create designs that support merchant line plans, an assortment of strategies, price points, and overall creative direction .
• Ensure product design package is complete, accurate, and handed off to Pottery Barn agents and Vendors on time .
• Maintains brand “P.O.V” (Point of View) and “P.O.D” (Point of Difference) through collaboration with design peers, merchants, and vendors
• Create and deliver effective, cohesive product presentations to “sell” concepts to merchants .
• Communicate effectively to ensure product execution according to design intent .
• Develop and manage seasonal calendars and meet all deadlines
• Build with the team strong, balanced assortments that include good, better, best strategy, and core, must-have fashion items .
• Demonstrate visible leadership at the team and division level, and initiate opportunities for continuous improvement
• Manage, track and organize incoming samples
  

Criteria

• Use strong organizational skills and scheduling skills
• Use Strong Sketching and problem-solving skills
• Strong AutoCAD or similar drafting skills
• Adobe Suite
• Strong 3D modeling and rendering skills
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• High level of motivation and drive
• Excellent personality and Vendors relationships skills
• Function well in a team setting
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC
• Ability to converse over a telephone
• Ability to transport materials or equipment or lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
• Ability to work in an office and perform in a corporate environment
  

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored and appreciated.

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
• 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
  

Your Journey in 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 and learning programs
• 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.