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As a Senior Textile Designer at West Elm Kids, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our product line by creating compelling designs for the Kids textiles category. This is a unique opportunity to provide an innovative point of view on textiles for the West Elm Kids brand.
Working under the leadership of the Vice President and Director, your primary responsibility will be to lead the design process from ideation to execution, ensuring that our products align with our brand vision, market trends, and customer needs.
This role will also be responsible for the management of 1-2 direct reports.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize and develop original designs for textiles that reflects the West Elm Kids design philosophy and aesthetic
- Work with a team of designers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support throughout the design process
- Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product development, sourcing, and merchandising to ensure design feasibility and market viability
- Conduct trend research, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge
- Pull tears and work with senior team members to refine design briefs and presentations
- Create and oversee the creation of detailed sketches, and renderings to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Develop and manage presentations to present design content and samples to senior leadership
- Manage day to day communication and coordination with outside freelancers for print & pattern endeavors
- Travel as needed for sourcing materials, visiting manufacturers, and attending trade shows to stay informed about industry developments and foster supplier relationships.
- Passionate about design, style, and decorating for kids
- Love to work collaboratively in a group and have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
- Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
Criteria
- Must provide Portfolio link (including password) on resume - or link to PDF work samples with application
- Degree in Textile Design, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 6-8 years of professional design work experience preferably in home textiles, or kids bedding / textiles
- Experience developing product directly with factories; thorough understanding of product development from concept through commercialization
- Deep knowledge of textiles, fabrications, printing and manufacturing techniques
- Highly developed taste level and sense of color
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience managing at least one direct report
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and adapt to change
- Extremely organized and detail-oriented – excellent calendar adherence and ownership
- Must be expert level in Adobe Creative Suite
- Understanding and enthusiasm for the West Elm Kids brand
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We believe in People First
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. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.
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 now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
The expected starting pay range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, West Elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
