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About the Design Team

The Rejuvenation design team consists of highly creative, collaborative, and technical thinkers. As part of the team you'll bring your ideas to the discussion. Our role is to create both practical and innovative products with a story to tell.

Overview of the Head Design Manager Role
As the Head Design Manager for Furniture and Utility, you will lead the design development of all Furniture and Utility products. Each season you will work closely with the Design Director to translate concepts into cohesive product assortments. You will develop concepts that reflect the mood, market trends, business needs, and quarterly customer mindset. You will help steer a team of designers and engineers, as well as work closely with a wide range of cross functional teams to see designs through to fruition.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily functions of the Furniture and Utility teams based on merchandising needs.
• Manage and inspire a team of designers and engineers throughout the design process.
• Oversee design and development of all new developments across Furniture and Utility (functional accessories and textiles).
• Collaborate with the Design Director to provide feedback for all Furniture and Utility developments, while building strong relationships with merchandising and sourcing partners.
• Collaborate with the Design Director and Design Supervisors to define the look and feel for Furniture and Utility each quarter.
• Gather market research to identify product opportunities by bringing forward upcoming design trends.
• Seek design references rooted in historical research, archives, and unique details.
• Participate in design research to influence quarterly concepts and seasonal point of view.
• Lead product pairings to align with seasonal look and feel for furniture and textiles.
• Collaborate with the Design Director and Design Supervisor for Utility to create quarterly color palettes and color direction.
• Support the Furniture and Utility design teams by providing constructive feedback throughout the quarterly development process.
• Work directly with global WSI offices and vendors to produce and sample products on time.
• Participate in weekly product development meetings to support the Furniture and Utility teams.
• Review product samples and provide comments to maintain quality standards and design intent.
• Travel to factories and trade shows both domestically and internationally, as needed.
• Track and manage product development tracker, budget, and finish standards for Furniture and Utility.
• Attend milestone presentations on a quarterly cadence for Furniture and Utility.

Criteria

• Minimum 7 years product design experience, preferably hard goods and soft goods for home.
• Experience developing products for a retail brand within the housewares industry.
• Ability to navigate four quarters across two growth product categories.
• Knowledge of Furniture construction and materials (wood, metal, stone, and upholstery)
• Knowledge of Textile construction and materials for a breadth of product types (handwoven rugs, flatwoven rugs, bath textiles, throw pillows, bedding, and more).
• Experience designing housewares products within a quarterly launch cadence.
• Proven record of managing a team of designers and engineers within a retail brand.
• Ability to maintain brand standards for technical specs across multiple product categories.
• Project management experience to present designs and samples on time.
• Experience using 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor, Rhino, Solidworks, etc.) and 3D rendering programs (Keyshot).
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud software for print, pattern, and presentations (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).
• Collaborative and passionate about design, process, and team building.
• Ability to work with a broad range of internal and external personalities.
• Strong leadership skills with an openness to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates flexibility and positivity to build a positive team culture.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems with creative solutions.
• Highly motivated, collaborative, and detail oriented.
• Willingness to dive in and get things done; respectfully and resourcefully.
• Ability to perform work onsite in the Portland office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences-whatever they may be-are valued, explored and appreciated.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• 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 and learning programs
• Speaker series

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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