Associate Designer - B2B

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand discount

401(k) plan

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits, dental and vision

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a B2B Associate Interior Designer in San Francisco to support the Interiors team.

You will develop persuasive design presentations, specify furniture solutions across all 10 brands (West Elm, Pottery Barn, Rejuvenation, Williams-Sonoma Home), and lead space plans for commercial projects while balancing design and budget objectives. This role requires a strong portfolio, at least 3 years of commercial interior design experience, and the ability to collaborate with

Qualifications

• Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience.
• Minimum 3 years Commercial Interior Design experience preferred.
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in architecture or interior design.
• Experience designing and/or specifying for Commercial spaces.
• Aspirational taste level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends.
• Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand.
• Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Knowledge of contract furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications.
• Creative and inspirational thinker, deadline driven.

Responsibilities

• Create persuasive design presentations that highlight product solutions and inspire client confidence, helping drive sales and project wins.
• Specify tailored furniture solutions by leveraging our comprehensive portfolio of products across all 10 brands to meet each client's design, functional, and budgetary objectives.
• Lead the development of space plans, furniture layouts, and test fits for commercial projects, balancing design intent, operational requirements, accessibility, and building code considerations.
• Successfully manage a portfolio of concurrent projects while ensuring exceptional project outcomes.
• Must be able to work with aesthetics of the various Williams-Sonoma brands including West Elm, Pottery Barn, Rejuvenation and Williams Sonoma Home as well as able to cater to individual clients’ tastes and requirements.
• Proactively support project milestones and key dates.
• Build business acumen by understanding B2B goals, financial goals, and strategy.
• Recognize product whitespace and keep track of project trends and needs.
• Stay on top of current and past industry trends.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture/Interior Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Job description

The B2B Associate Interior Designer will support the Business to Business Interiors team and work with the rest of the design, sales and operations teams to pull together projects and presentations for clients. You will also help create a portfolio of projects that can be used as sales tools and marketing collateral to attract new clientele

Project Strategy

• Create persuasive design presentations that highlight product solutions and inspire client confidence, helping drive sales and project wins
• Specify tailored furniture solutions by leveraging our comprehensive portfolio of products across all 10 brands to meet each client's design, functional, and budgetary objectives
• Lead the development of space plans, furniture layouts, and test fits for commercial projects, balancing design intent, operational requirements, accessibility, and building code considerations
• Successfully manage a portfolio of concurrent projects while ensuring exceptional project outcomes
• Must be able to work with aesthetics of the various Williams-Sonoma brands including West Elm, Pottery Barn, Rejuvenation and Williams Sonoma Home as well as able to cater to individual clients’ tastes and requirements
• Proactively support project milestones and key dates
• Build business acumen by understanding B2B goals, financial goals, and strategy
• Recognize product whitespace and keep track of project trends and needs
• Stay on top of current and past industry trends

Team Collaboration

• Build strong cross- functional partnerships with our sales team, planning, operations, product development, and sourcing teams to support our customers with the best solutions possible for their projects
• Communicate design intent clearly to cross functional partners to ensure a successful project outcome
• Assist in tracking and reporting Interior Design project win/loss metrics to support business insights, team performance, and continuous process improvement.
• Transport materials and equipment and lift, move and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
• Contribute effective processes and procedures to improve workflow and results
• Provide insights that align with team objectives
• Contribute ideas that support workflow and results

Design Experience

• Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience
• Minimum 3 years Commercial Interior Design experience preferred
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in architecture or interior design
• Experience designing and/or specifying for Commercial spaces
• Aspirational taste level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends
• Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand
• Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Knowledge of contract furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications
• Creative and inspirational thinker, deadline driven.

Personal Leadership

• Ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to change
• Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented; strong calendar adherence and ownership
• Strong time management and communication skills
• Strong cross-functional partnership with sales, sourcing, product development, and design partners

Technical Proficiency

• Technically versed in Construction Documentation and all phases of Interior Design process
• Full proficiency in Mac operating systems with skill excellence in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling where applicable
• Understands brand aesthetic and demonstrates creative curiosity
• Builds product knowledge and design judgment under guidance
• Shows growing business acumen and problem-solving skills
• Organizes work effectively and follows through on deliverables
• Proactively contributes ideas and engages in the process
• Understands calendar, deliverables, and urgency for key deadlines
• Collaborates well with cross-functional partners through each project

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI 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

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, learning programs, and 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.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $60,000-$69,000. 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.