Our Company

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.

***About the Team***

The PR, Partnerships & Brand Marketing team is responsible for the development and execution of key PR strategies, enhancing brand awareness outside of Pottery Barn’s owned and operated channels, and the execution and management of brand product collaborations including sourcing and securing partners, handling negotiations and contracts, and managing external partner relationships, and oversees PR and marketing programming. The PR, Partnerships & Brand Marketing Sr. Coordinator will work closed with the team to support the execution of PR and Brand Marketing programming, and to ensure that the brand fulfills all obligations of our partnerships.

About the Role 

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking an PR, Partnerships & Brand Marketing Sr. Coordinator. The PR, Partnerships & Brand Marketing Sr. Coordinator will be responsible for supporting and executing the tactical needs of our PR programming, product partnerships, brand collaborations, and marketing opportunities. This role will also have exposure to liaise with both internal cross-functional teams and external partners. This role reports to the PR, Partnerships & Brand Marketing Manager. The ideal candidate will have public relations and general marketing and/or partnership expertise, will have excellent communications skills, strong attention to detail and ability to keep track of multiple projects at once.

 

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will...

Develop press releases, media kits and other PR materials to support product launches, brand initiatives and seasonal campaigns  Maintain close relationships with key media contacts and ensure prominent brand coverage  Create targeted media lists for pitches and new initiatives Partner with merchandising and product development leads to confirm product information on upcoming seasonal launches Manage media communication for requests for product samples; coordinate shipping of product samples to publications and the return of products Respond to incoming photo and product requests, interview requests, partnership opportunities, and product submission requests; provide editors with credit sheets for product placements Track media coverage, analyze PR performance and provide reporting to help inform insights and recommendations  Maintain database of all coverage secured and generate weekly, quarterly and year-end results and recap reports Manage and maintain relationships with celebrity & brand partners as applicable for design collaboration and room makeover partnerships including tactical programming execution which may including responsibility to travel to location(s) Serve as a support for brand partnerships and collaborations, including responsibility to travel to support brand partners as needed Assist with collaboration and partnership research and outreach Support the fulfillment of marketing programming on external partners’ channels Manage and execute product order and delivery logistics with merchandising, inventory, and vendor partners to fulfill partner contractual commitments Maintain organization of partnership documents and templates Submit and track monthly invoices and budget tracking tools, and manage vendor set-up This is a highly cross-functional role with key stakeholders across the business including: Merchandising, Product Development, B2B, Distribution Centers, Creative Services, Social Media, Retail, and Store Operations.

 

Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

We’re a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe A technologically and data-driven business Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits We’re at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation We’re passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience We get to be creative daily A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative We have fun!

 

We’re excited about you because... 

Minimum of 2+ years experience in consumer public relations in either agency or in-house teams; preferrable within the retail sector Consumer media relations skills (including experience pitching media)  Results-focused approach Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, adapt quickly to new requests Independent, self-sufficient work ethic with ability to initiate work and projects with minimal direction Project Management with exceptional initiative and follow-through skills Creative, strategic and analytical thinking Comfort working in environment with executive leadership  Maintain confidentiality and professionalism with external partners Motivated, creative self-starter who is highly organized and demonstrates relentless attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills.  Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to continuous improvement Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Ability to thrive in a cross-functional, team-based environment  Ability to travel as needed for media, events and partnership programming requirements Eagerness to learn Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or public relations a plus Knowledge of home furnishings and interior design a plus

***Technical Competencies required***:

A skilled user of Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint Experience with Cision and/or other proprietary media contact software

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC Ability to converse over a telephone Ability to transport materials or equipment or lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment Ability to travel for work related requirements as needed (media meetings, brand partnership requirements)

 

Benefits:

Once you are here, you can look forward to a wide variety of benefits designed to help you grow, personally and professionally, to keep you healthy, to prepare you for the unexpected, to care for your family and to build a secure future. Depending on your position and your location, here’s a look at what you might be eligible for: 

A generous discount on all Williams Sonoma Inc. brands through multiple shopping channels A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities Paid vacations, holidays and other time-off programs Health benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care tax-free spending accounts; medical, family and bereavement leave; same-sex domestic partner benefits; short- and long-term disability programs; life and travel insurance; an employee assistance program Tax-free commuter benefits A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University  Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities Location specific sample sales A business casual work environment San Francisco based bike share program Time off to volunteer Matching donations to qualifying nonprofit organizations Company-sponsored community involvement Various discounts on local businesses

The expected starting pay range for this position is $59,000.00 - $69,300.00. 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.

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.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.