About this role
Associate Designer - B2B
The B2B Associate Interior Designer will support the Business to Business Interiors team and work with the rest of the design, sales and operations teams to pull together projects and presentations for clients. You will also help create a portfolio of projects that can be used as sales tools and marketing collateral to attract new clientele
Project Strategy
Create persuasive design presentations that highlight product solutions and inspire client confidence, helping drive sales and project wins. Specify tailored furniture solutions by leveraging our comprehensive portfolio of products across all 10 brands to meet each client's design, functional, and budgetary objectives. Lead the development of space plans, furniture layouts, and test fits for commercial projects, balancing design intent, operational requirements, accessibility, and building code considerations. Successfully manage a portfolio of concurrent projects while ensuring exceptional project outcomes. Must be able to work with aesthetics of the various Williams-Sonoma brands including West Elm, Pottery Barn, Rejuvenation and Williams Sonoma Home as well as able to cater to individual clients’ tastes and requirements. Proactively support project milestones and key dates. Build business acumen by understanding B2B goals, financial goals, and strategy. Recognize product whitespace and keep track of project trends and needs. Stay on top of current and past industry trends.
Team Collaboration
Build strong cross- functional partnerships with our sales team, planning, operations, product development, and sourcing teams to support our customers with the best solutions possible for their projects Communicate design intent clearly to cross functional partners to ensure a successful project outcome Assist in tracking and reporting Interior Design project win/loss metrics to support business insights, team performance, and continuous process improvement. Transport materials and equipment and lift, move and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis Contribute effective processes and procedures to improve workflow and results Provide insights that align with team objectives Contribute ideas that support workflow and results
Design Experience
Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience Minimum 3 years Commercial Interior Design experience preferred Bachelor or Master’s degree in architecture or interior design Experience designing and/or specifying for Commercial spaces Aspirational taste level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas Knowledge of contract furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications