Associate Designer - B2B

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

7h•$60,000 - $69,000

About The Position

The B2B Associate Interior Designer will support the Business to Business Interiors team and work with the rest of the design, sales and operations teams to pull together projects and presentations for clients. You will also help create a portfolio of projects that can be used as sales tools and marketing collateral to attract new clientele.

Requirements

Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience
Minimum 3 years Commercial Interior Design experience preferred
Bachelor or Master’s degree in architecture or interior design
Experience designing and/or specifying for Commercial spaces
Aspirational taste level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends
Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand
Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
Knowledge of contract furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications
Creative and inspirational thinker, deadline driven.
Ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to change
Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented; strong calendar adherence and ownership
Strong time management and communication skills
Strong cross-functional partnership with sales, sourcing, product development, and design partners
Technically versed in Construction Documentation and all phases of Interior Design process
Full proficiency in Mac operating systems with skill excellence in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling where applicable
Understands brand aesthetic and demonstrates creative curiosity
Builds product knowledge and design judgment under guidance
Shows growing business acumen and problem-solving skills
Organizes work effectively and follows through on deliverables
Proactively contributes ideas and engages in the process
Understands calendar, deliverables, and urgency for key deadlines
Collaborates well with cross-functional partners through each project

Responsibilities

Create persuasive design presentations that highlight product solutions and inspire client confidence, helping drive sales and project wins
Specify tailored furniture solutions by leveraging our comprehensive portfolio of products across all 10 brands to meet each client's design, functional, and budgetary objectives
Lead the development of space plans, furniture layouts, and test fits for commercial projects, balancing design intent, operational requirements, accessibility, and building code considerations
Successfully manage a portfolio of concurrent projects while ensuring exceptional project outcomes
Must be able to work with aesthetics of the various Williams-Sonoma brands including West Elm, Pottery Barn, Rejuvenation and Williams Sonoma Home as well as able to cater to individual clients’ tastes and requirements
Proactively support project milestones and key dates
Build business acumen by understanding B2B goals, financial goals, and strategy
Recognize product whitespace and keep track of project trends and needs
Stay on top of current and past industry trends
Build strong cross-functional partnerships with our sales team, planning, operations, product development, and sourcing teams to support our customers with the best solutions possible for their projects
Communicate design intent clearly to cross functional partners to ensure a successful project outcome
Assist in tracking and reporting Interior Design project win/loss metrics to support business insights, team performance, and continuous process improvement.
Transport materials and equipment and lift, move and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
Contribute effective processes and procedures to improve workflow and results
Provide insights that align with team objectives
Contribute ideas that support workflow and results

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