Global Assistant Buyer - Williams Sonoma - DaVita : Job Details

About the Team

You'll be part of the Global Buying team responsible for managing and supporting assortments across both company owned and our franchised international markets. Our job is to ensure every global customer experiences the best of Williams Sonoma through thoughtful, localized product strategies. We work across departments to support seasonal assortments, pricing, SKU setup, and product storytelling. Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and a passion for product are key to success in this highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.

About the Role

In this role, you will report to the Buyer and oversee a range of products. We are looking for someone who is excited to jump in and learn about the business and is equally as excited about the analytical and creative parts. The role is extremely collaborative - you will work with almost every role in the brand. We are in search of someone who can jump from one task to another quickly and efficiently, and someone who is excited about working with a fun and energetic group!

Responsibilities:

• Set up and maintain SKUs across global markets, keeping pricing, cost, and product details up to date as assortments evolve

• Support all pricing activity, including promotions, markdowns, and cost updates for both DTC and Retail channels

• Manage nutritional label creation and ensure compliance across localized assortments

• Collaborate with inventory, sourcing, and merchandise teams to ensure clean data and seamless seasonal execution

• Assist in pulling competitive insights and trend recaps to help guide future assortment strategies

• Partner with local stores and visual teams to ensure accuracy in floor sets, signage, and weekly communication updates

• Support the preparation of business recaps and performance analysis as needed

• Collaborate closely with the eComm team to ensure seasonal accuracy across pricing, visuals, and product flow

• Own administrative duties and maintain updated documentation across systems and trackers

Criteria

• You have previous experience in a retail buying office or a related experience

• You have a bachelor's degree, with 1-4 years of retail buying experienceYou are proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) and love learning new systems

• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and the ability to work independently on multiple projects in a fast-paced, resulted driven environment

• You have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and work in a team environment

• You have strong organizational, prioritizing, analytical, problem solving and time management skills to ensure all deadlines are met

• You have detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and an ability to detect inconsistencies in data

• You are enthusiastic about the idea of being in merchandising and working with an awesome team!

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI 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

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, learning programs, and 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.

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.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $27-$31/HR. 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.

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