Assistant Site Manager Pottery Barn Kids

Williams Sonoma; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead web site releases and enhance the digital experience. This role involves coordinating with diverse teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. With a focus on operational excellence and innovative solutions, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting eCommerce team. If you're ready to take your project management skills to the next level, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of project management or eCommerce experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project releases and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Develop strategic plans for site functionality and user acceptance.

Skills

Project Management

eCommerce

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

BA in Arts or Science

Tools

Website Development Processes

Database Structures

Job description

About the Team

The Pottery Barn kids eCommerce team is a fun, energetic, diverse team working in a fast-paced environment to bring our unique brand to life online. We drive for results and seek to exceed expectations. We are aggressive about our business and expect executional excellence. We work in a supportive and collaborative environment where innovative ideas are not only accepted but expected. We are both analytical and creative. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional digital experience to customers.

About the Role
Leads the successful implementation of web site releases for both Williams-Sonoma.com. Works with the site manager, internal and external teams to ensure that all project releases are completed on time and meet the highest WS quality standards. Responsible for site operations: planning and implementation; deliverables and change management. Works with the site manager on special projects related to operational improvements, site partnerships, and comprehensive testing strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of project releases, interfacing with cross-functional teams, Creative, Merchandising, WS Information Systems and vendor Design and Tech teams to ensure on time and on budget completion of project releases.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with vendors, partners, and internal department teams.
• Develop site strategic and tactical plans to improve site and internal testing of functionality and user acceptance.
• Author functional specifications documents and customer call center site overview for each release.
• Act as site operations manager and fill in for Williams-Sonoma.com site manager when necessary.
• Coordinate and administer ongoing testing for each project release and major site launches.
• Work on special assignments as needed.

Criteria

• BA in Arts or Science fields.
• One to two years’ experience in project management role and/or eCommerce experience.
• Knowledge of website development processes and project management as a discipline.
• Internet, Catalog or Retail buying/Merchandising experience a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills/team player and demonstrated ability to work with various teams.
• Proven business skills and demonstrated ability to understand technology, including database structures and site architectures.
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written.
• Evening and weekend hours required.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $64,900 - $76,250. 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.