Lead Visual, Full Time, Huntington - West Elm

Williams-Sonoma • Town of Huntington, NY

2d • $22 - $24

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 visual team routines and disciplines to maximize productivity, achieve visual standards, and make the store a neighborhood destination for inspiration. The Lead also supports customer service, associate development, payroll and workload planning, store profitability, and compliance with company policies and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Effective communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to motivate and influence others through personal actions and examples.
• Ability to remain active throughout the workday, including standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, and lifting for extended periods.
• Ability to remain mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and mobilize items up to 75 lbs. using appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
• Full-time associates are expected to 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 General Manager and District Visual Manager to map, plan, and execute floorset timelines and seasonal strategies that drive sales.
• Lead and maintain daily routines for efficient execution of markdowns, promotions and signage, replenishment, and recovery.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and District Visual Manager on adaptations or substitutions to directives based on store ownership, layout, or customer needs.
• Analyze reports to identify opportunities to improve profitability and results.
• Communicate inventory needs to the District Manager and distribution in partnership with the General Manager to increase sell-through and maximize margin and profitability.
• Partner with the General Manager on associate productivity and performance related to visual standards.
• Maintain organization of visual supplies and signage and communicate supply needs to the General Manager.
• Partner with the General Manager to ensure effective payroll utilization and workload planning.
• Partner with the General Manager to assess, recognize, and motivate talent.
• Support associate onboarding as a learning partner and guide; facilitate visual training and skill-building activities as needed for the visual team.
• Model genuine and enthusiastic interest in customers, prioritize their needs, and connect them with available Design support.
• Follow safety, security, injury, and emergency policies and procedures, as well as all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain an environment in which associates are treated fairly and with dignity and respect, consistent with the People First Philosophy.
• Perform projects and assignments as directed by the management team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Discount on 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, dental, 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