Assistant Manager, Visual Merch

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

8h•$59,000 - $69,300

About The Position

The Assistant Visual Manager supports the development and execution of seasonal floorsets, perimeter updates, and visual merchandising initiatives across all Williams Sonoma stores. Reporting to the Senior Visual Manager, this role translates merchandising strategies into detailed floorplans, presentation guides, and field communication tools that enable accurate store execution. This role requires strong floor-planning skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in visual merchandising with multi-store responsibility
Strong creative visual merchandising background with the ability to translate product strategies into compelling store presentations
Strong floor-planning and space-mapping skills
Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced retail environment
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign required)
Proficient on Mac OS and Microsoft Office
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally
Ability to travel for New Store Openings and special visual merchandising projects as needed

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed store floorplans and product adjacency mapping that translate merchandising strategies into executable store presentations
Create visual floorset guides and presentation packets including annotated floorplans, product placement diagrams, and execution notes for store teams
Ensure visual materials are accurate, merchant-approved, and delivered on schedule for field execution
Develop visual direction for perimeter category updates including product placement, fixture positioning, and product density across wall presentations
Translate merchant assortment updates into clear visual execution guidelines for stores
Partner with Field teams to address execution questions and support consistent visual standards across locations
Assist in building mock store presentations to test product placement, fixture layouts, and visual storytelling prior to field rollout
Document mock store setups and translate final presentations into clear visual communication for stores
Track and document fixture and prop requirements for seasonal floorsets and perimeter updates
Partner with procurement and operations teams to order, allocate, and distribute visual props and fixtures
Maintain organized records of visual assets to support future floorsets and visual initiatives
Support New Store Openings by adapting visual floorplans and presentation materials to accommodate varying store layouts
Assist with special visual merchandising projects and store refresh initiatives as needed
Travel as required to support New Store Openings and key visual merchandising projects
Partner closely with Merchandising, Planning, and Field teams to align visual direction with product priorities and inventory flow
Manage multiple concurrent visual projects while meeting key milestone dates

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 your physical, financial and emotional health
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