Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is hiring: Design Studio Spc/Home Stylist in San Ramon

Design Studio Spc/Home Stylist at Williams‑Sonoma, Inc.

Overview

You will inspire customers to express themselves in their home. You will bring the shopping experience to a seamless close as you assist customers and complete sales at the cash wrap. You will promote continued customer engagement and give customers a reason to stay connected with our Brand.

Responsibilities

• Utilize design expertise to assist clients in one‑on‑one consultations in the store and in‑home regarding the design of their living spaces to drive store sales.
• Perform productive in‑home consultations including the ability to accurately measure and assess the client's living space.
• Create and present design plans based on client's needs, style, preferences and living space.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions in order to achieve and exceed established sales and productivity goals.
• Assist customers with special services such as gift wrap, gift registry, locating merchandise, catalog/internet orders, special orders, back orders, charge sends, courier deliveries and furniture orders.
• Demonstrate superior product knowledge, including features and benefits of the entire design studio assortment.

Criteria

• Strong communication, clienteling and customer follow‑up skills.
• Ability to complete and coordinate complex large orders within a variety of sales channels.
• Experience in working with the elements of design (preferred).
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• 1‑2 years of customer service and retail sales experience (specialty retail preferred, but not required).

Physical Requirements

• Mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
• Lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 75 lbs. using appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
• Full‑time associates must have open availability to meet business needs.
• Part‑time flex associates must be available 15 hrs per week, including two weekly shifts on Friday‑Saturday and two during the week, and must work throughout the holiday season.

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brands.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Wellness program supporting physical, financial and emotional health.
• Paid vacations and holidays (full‑time).
• Health, dental and vision insurance including same‑sex domestic partner benefits (full‑time).

Learning & Development

• 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.

Location

San Ramon, CA

Equal Opportunity

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.

Legal

WSI will not sponsor an individual for this position (e.g., H‑1B). This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.