Lead Visual, Full-Time, Fenton - Rejuvenation | Cary, NC

Williams-Sonoma • Cary, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandising Lead partners with store management and the District Visual Manager to execute the store’s visual merchandising and display strategy. The role helps model and coach the visual team on routines and disciplines that maximize productivity, achieve visual standards, and keep the store an inspiring neighborhood destination.

The Lead supports floorset planning and execution, daily merchandising routines, inventory and supply needs, associate productivity, payroll and workload planning, and talent development. The role also supports customer-focused design assistance, follows safety and company policies, and contributes to projects assigned by management. Full-time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business.

Requirements

• 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 throughout the workday.
• Ability to remain mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 75 lbs. while using appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
• Full-time associates must have open availability to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of retail sales experience with shift supervision experience preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in home-related design, visual merchandising, or stockroom responsibilities preferred; specialty retail experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead visual merchandising and display; partner with the GM and DVM to map, plan, and execute floorset timeline targets, support sales, and execute seasonal strategy.
• Lead and maintain daily routines for efficient execution of markdowns, promotions and signage, replenishment, and recovery.
• Collaborate with the GM and DVM on adaptations or substitutions to directives based on store ownership, layout, or customer needs.
• Analyze reporting to identify opportunities to improve profitability and drive results.
• Communicate inventory needs to the DM and distribution in partnership with the GM to increase sell-through, maximize margin (MUU), and improve profitability.
• Partner with the GM on associate productivity and performance related to visual standards.
• Maintain organization of visual supplies and signage and communicate supply needs to the GM.
• Partner with the GM to ensure effective utilization of payroll and workload planning.
• Partner with the GM to assess, recognize, and motivate talent.
• Serve as a learning partner during associate onboarding and facilitate visual training and skill-building activities for the visual team as required.
• Model genuine and enthusiastic interest in customers and prioritize their needs by connecting them with available design support.
• Follow all safety, security/injury, and emergency policies and procedures.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain an environment in which associates are treated fairly and with dignity and respect, in accordance with the People First Philosophy.
• Perform projects and assignments as directed by the management team.

Benefits

• 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 for full-time associates.
• Health benefits, dental insurance, and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits for full-time associates.
• Cross-brand and cross-functional career opportunities.
• Online learning opportunities through brand-specific resources and WSI University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed