Assistant Store Manager - Operations/Visual - Full-Time - Town and Country - Williams Sonoma

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Assistant Manager of Visual in Houston to enhance customer experience through effective visual management and exceptional service. You will maintain store standards while coaching staff and developing talent in a supportive environment focused on growth and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands

401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

Wellness program

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits, dental and vision insurance

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of previous visual display and merchandising experience or management required.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all visual aspects of the business including visual, display, merchandising and floorset execution.
• Provide exceptional customer service in the store to achieve world-class service standards.
• Coach staff on customer service principles.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Job description

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About theTeam

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 15 hours per week, including two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and two during the week (Monday to Friday). Associates must be available for annual inventory and entire holiday season (November and December). Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Saturday and Sunday).

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

*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)

Your Journey in Continued Learning

*Individual development plans and career pathing conversations

*Annual performance appraisals

*Cross-brand and cross-functional career opportunities

*Online learning opportunities through brand specific resources and WSI University

*Leadership development 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.