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SalaryAbout Williams Sonoma
Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma. Pottery Barn and West Elm.
Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview
In 2023, Williams-Sonoma was recognized as a Great Place to Work ® and Forbes Best Employers for Diversity, honors which reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes:
- Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
- 15.1M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
- Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
- Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi, Arizona, and Tennessee totaling 3.9M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi and Tennessee
- Manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling 861k square feet with over 1,500 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million - $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture3 Sutter Street Upholstery Factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi with over 1,400 FTE’s producing approximately $900 million to $1 Billion in sales of Upholstered furniture
- Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
- 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey
The Workers Compensation Specialist position is located in Olive Branch, MS. This position is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of the safety and risk management program for WSI Supply Chain.
You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will….
- Perform data entry, data analysis and create weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for management teams across the supply chain
- Provide Safety Management Information System (SMIS) training and access
- Evaluate work-related accidents or injuries by coordinating comprehensive investigations to ensure accurate information is obtained and documented
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timelines of collected data
- Conduct root cause analysis to understand the underlying factors contributing to safety incidents
- Conduct and/or coordinate risk assessments, collects and analyzes data, and provide recommendations to mitigate organizational risks, increase safety, and improve training and compliance
- Coordinates and distributes the online operations managers’ quarterly training program using current vendors
- Prepare and present comprehensive reports summarizing safety data analysis findings
- Develop executive summaries of findings and communicate insights and recommendations to relevant stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations, standards, and guidelines
- Maintain and update safety database, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
- Implement data quality control measures to minimize errors in reporting
- Collaborates with HR Business Partners, Loss Prevention, Operations, and other relevant departments
- Identify opportunities for process improvement in safety data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Maintain OSHA Logs, OSHA postings, and BLS Reporting
- Facilitate Regional weekly Accident Review Committee Calls
- Keep abreast of changes in Federal, State, and local safety regulations
- Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned
Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….
- Bachelor’s degree in Management, Risk, Safety, Insurance, Business, or related discipline or equivalent experience
- At least 3 years’ experience in risk or compliance, and/or safety analysis within a distribution, manufacturing, or related field
- In-depth knowledge in the use of Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to learn new tasks and concepts, gather information and data
We prefer some of these qualities as well….
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired
Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role…
- Able to bend, reach, squat, and climb stairs/ladders
- Able to lift up to 25lbs
- Comfortable sitting for long periods
- Comfortable walking 20% of shift
Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….
- Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
- 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
- For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
EOE
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship
At this time, we are not accepting referrals from third party recruiting agencies for this position.
About Williams-Sonoma Inc.:
Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma. Pottery Barn and West Elm. Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
