Merchandise Coordinator (Creative Services) - Pottery Barn Teen

PBTeen; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 39,950 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on WSI brands

401(k) plan

Paid vacations and holidays

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tax-free commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. seeks a Merchandise/ Sample Coordinator to support the Photo Team by coordinating merchandise and samples for shoots. You will liaise with merchants, warehouse, and photo teams to ensure items are ready and available for studio production.

You will assist Photo Managers in planning and improvements, be highly organized, communicative, and detail‑oriented to uphold operational excellence in the photo workflow.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Previous experience in photo shoots preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Google Suite, SharePoint, Airtable, and Miro.

Responsibilities

• Cross‑check sample information and track down issues to resolution.
• Prepare sample info notes for Photo Manager.
• Work closely with Warehouse Team to update sample orders and issues.
• Partner with Merchants for sample coordination.
• Spearhead meetings with Merchants for sample coordination and process improvements.
• Support Photo Producers with studio projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

SharePoint

Airtable

Miro

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Team

You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating elevated imagery to showcase our new and signature products.

Job Description

As part of Williams‑Sonoma, Inc., a leader in home lifestyle and retail, the Sample Coordinator is part of a Photo Team that drives customer engagement and profitability through compelling visual storytelling.

About the Role

In the Merchandise Coordinator role, you will work closely with a passionate and collaborative group of team members. The Sample Coordinator will provide support for the Photo Producers and Photo Managers. The role will be a liaison between the merchants, warehouse, and photo teams in studio, coordinating merchandise to be ready and available to shoot. You will also support the Photo Managers in bigger‑picture planning and partner with the merchants to help streamline the process. This role is for someone who is detail‑oriented, organized, a great communicator, and quick. We strive for operational excellence in support of our photo creative.

Recruitment Notes

This role requires being onsite at our Richmond Studios – 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Cross‑check sample information and track down issues to resolution.
• Prepare sample info notes for Photo Manager.
• Work closely with Warehouse Team to update sample orders and issues.
• Partner with Merchants for sample coordination.
• Spearhead meetings with Merchants for sample coordination and process improvements.
• Support Photo Producers with studio projects.

Criteria

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Previous experience in photo shoots preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Google Suite, SharePoint, Airtable, and Miro.

Competencies

• Working knowledge of photo shoots and process.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Collaborative team player.
• Adaptable – responds well to changes in direction, timelines, and priorities.

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.
• 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.

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or sponsor an individual for this position.

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 $29–$31 /hr. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Compensation may include a variety of other components such as benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.