Lead Visual, Full Time, New York City - Rejuvenation

Overview of the Lead, Visual Role The Visual Merchandising Lead (Visual Lead) will partner with management and the District Visual Manager to execute the store’s visual merchandising and display strategy. The role involves modeling and coaching the visual team on routines and disciplines that maximize productivity, achieve visual standards, and keep the store a neighborhood destination for inspiration. Responsibilities Lead visual merchandising and display. Partner with GM/DVM to map, plan and execute floorset timeline targets to drive sales and execute seasonal strategy. Lead and maintain daily disciplines and routines that maximize efficient execution of markdowns, promotions, signage, replenishment and recovery. Collaborate with GM and DVM on adaptations/substitutions from directives to account for store ownership, layout or customer. Analyze various reporting to identify opportunities to improve profitability and drive results. Communicate inventory needs to DM and distribution in partnership with GM to increase sell‑through and maximize margin and profitability. Partner with GM on associate productivity and performance related to visual standards. Maintain all visual supplies and signage organization and communicate supply needs to GM. Partner with GM to ensure effective utilization of payroll and workload planning. Partner with GM to assess, recognize and motivate talent. Serve as a learning partner and guide during associate onboarding. Facilitate visual training and skill building activities as required for the visual team. Model genuine and enthusiastic interest in the customer. Prioritize the needs of the customer by connecting to Design support. Abide by all safety, security/injury and emergency policy and procedures. Comply with all company policies and procedures. Maintain an environment where all associates are treated fairly and with dignity and respect, in accordance with our People First Philosophy. Perform projects and assignments as directed by the management team. Qualifications Effective communication, organization and leadership skills. Proven ability to motivate and influence others through personal actions and examples. Ability to be active, standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching and lifting for extended periods of time throughout the workday. 1–3 years retail sales experience with shift supervision experience preferred. 1–2 years experience in home‑related design, visual merchandising, or stockroom responsibilities preferred (specialty retail preferred, but not required). Physical Requirements Must be able to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques. Full‑time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business. Part‑time Flex associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and two during the week (Monday to Thursday). For an associate to be scheduled 20 hours or more weekly, greater availability that meets the needs of the business will be required. Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday). Benefits This role offers a competitive compensation package including pay and benefits. The anticipated pay range for this role is $22.00–$25.00 per hour. Benefits include: A generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma brands. A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities. A wellness program that supports physical, financial and emotional health. Paid vacations and holidays (full‑time). Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits (full‑time). Cross‑brand and cross‑functional career opportunities. Online learning opportunities through brand‑specific resources and WSI University. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rejuvenation