Sample Coordinator, Bed Bath - Pottery Barn

Pottery Barn; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous discount on WSI brands

401(k) plan

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits including dental and vision

Tax-free commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

Pottery Barn is seeking a Coordinator to support the Product Development team in San Francisco. The role involves coordinating sample movements, ensuring timely setups for meetings, and assisting with showroom presentations, all while maintaining a collaborative workspace.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills and be capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include a generous discount, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate movement of samples for the Product Development team.
• Support weekly product meetings with timely sample setups.
• Maintain organized sample spaces.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organization

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

About the Team: You will be a part of a collaborative team responsible for driving and managing sample development from concept through to production, working together with Design, Technical Design, Merchants, and Sourcing team members. As part of Williams‑Sonoma, Inc., a leader in home lifestyle and retail, our Product Development and Design team brings customer‑centered, trend‑forward products to life through seasonal collaboration, innovation, and cross‑brand alignment.

About the Role

As a Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting the Product Development & Design Team by coordinating the movement of samples, helping to facilitate meetings, and showroom presentations. The role requires a can‑do attitude and is a key player in facilitating and maintaining cross‑functional operational processes.

This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Help support weekly Product Development meetings by ensuring all samples are set up for review in a timely manner.
• Maintain updated Sample Request Reports. Ensure all samples are on track to arrive for milestone meetings and deadlines.
• Manage, track, and request all samples between factories, warehouse and showrooms.
• Proactively maintain organized sample spaces by keeping products stored in a manner that fosters a safe environment to conduct business.
• Assist the Merchant and Sourcing teams with their sample‑related needs and photo sample check‑out list.
• Archive all development samples and maintain an accurate Archive list.
• Communicate to design team incoming samples for weekly review.
• Label each sample with barcode, and print barcodes when sample gets wrapped to leave building.
• Work with furniture team on opening and building new furniture samples for weekly product development.
• Assist with concept set up.

Criteria

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and time management.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize, multi‑task and adapt to change.
• Attention to detail, assertive, with strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Competencies

• High aptitude and agility to direction and guidance provided.
• Proactive when given a task; engage in the process.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration and teamwork through each season.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC.
• Ability to converse over a telephone.
• Ability to transport materials or equipment or lift, move, carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis.
• Ability to open crates, open boxes, assemble furniture, hang mirrors, and use drill for concept projects.
• Ability to work on feet 50% of time and at desk 50% of time.
• Ability to work in corporate environment.

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 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.

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.

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 $25 - $29/hour. 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.