Merchandise Coordinator - Rejuvenation

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

About the Merchandising Team

You will be part of the Rejuvenation Merchandising team, which builds an engaging, unique and functional assortment of home furnishings and decor. Our team considers all areas of the home, from the Living Room, to the Kitchen, to the Garden. We work cross-functionally with the Design, Sourcing, and Planning teams, as well as the Retail and Web channels to deliver small and large scale pieces for every style of home.

Overview of the Merchandise Coordinator role

As a Merchandise Coordinator, you will provide support and coordination for your assigned category's Buying team for all Rejuvenation sales channels.

This is a hybrid role - 4 days/week onsite in our Portland office required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate list of incoming samples and due dates from suppliers and track shipments and communicate to the Merchandising Team.
• Track samples from vendors; coordinate movement of merchandise to sample room or category Buyer.
• Setup and maintain status of department SKUs.
• Create and maintain Product Development Spreadsheets.
• Create and maintain monthly Product Information (PI) Sheets.
• Help prepare and assemble visual product presentations for product line reviews.
• Coordinate with visual team to execute store signage.
• Support customer service inquiries by troubleshooting technical solutions and providing exceptional customer support.
• Assist with ordering product and coordinating sample handoff to photo team.
• General administrative duties and other merchandising tasks assigned by management/Buying team.
• Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
• Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis

Criteria

• BA/BS degree in retail or merchandise management (preferred, not required)
• 1-3 years prior experience in retail or merchandising
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Thrives in a high energy and fast paced environment, with the ability to be flexible and react to rapidly changing business needs and priorities.
• Ability to perform work onsite in the Portland office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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
• 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

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• Online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• 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.