CAD Designer

West Elm sells furniture and home decor including bedding, rugs, lighting, mirrors, frames, baskets, vases, bath accessories, dinnerware + more.

You.. - Love to work collaboratively in a group, you have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team - Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead - Are a true business owner; comfortable with decision making and calculated risk taking for the benefit of your business - Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking - Pride yourself on the quality of work and are a stickler for the details - Naturally challenge yourself and others to grow

- Design products using style, theme and mood. Present to Head designer for approval. - Develop business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the development of the brand, sales and profits for one department or assigned area. - Identify opportunities and recommend new product or concepts for department. - Coordinate information across functions working closely with Design, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Production, Packaging and Visual to ensure the process is followed and timelines met. - Handle visual signage (new, specials, markdowns). - Coordinates production of in-store collateral and product information binders. - Attend and participate in Design meetings. - Translate trends into concepts that respond to business needs for the relevant product category. - Develop SKU-level designs from conception through revisions to sample approval. Present to Head Designer for review and approval. - May present products and concepts to Merchandising. - Gather market data on key fashion trends considering such elements as fabrication, materials, color schemes and designs. - Identify ideas to be developed.

- Proficient in photo shop, NED graphics. - Degree in textile/surface design. - Good eye for color and design. - Able to multi task. - Able to work well with people. - Williams-Sonoma Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. - This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. **Personal Competencies** - Global Business Acumen -- Understand the complexity of business on a global scale. Embrace cultural and individual differences with empathy. Work with the nuances of specific local cultures to make informed decisions. - Strategic and Analytical Capability -- Ability to think globally, strategically, and objectively. Effectively translates data into actionable insights, strategies and financial plans. - Leading Teams -- Attracts, develops and motives the talent needed for current and future business requirements. Articulates an inspiring vision for the future, establishes high performance expectations and sets example through own behavior. Ensures alignment of individual goals with overall business objectives. Coaches team members to success and holds individuals accountable for achieving results. - Drive for Results -- Credibility earned through delivering results. Balances urgent and effective action, commitment to excellence, taking initiative to resolve problems and work quality. Demonstrates high initiative and provides leadership in a project-oriented environment. - Effective Communication -- Communicates clearly and effectively with associates at all levels, board members, external partners and customers. Strong verbal and written presentation skills including the ability to communicate complex ideas in a simple way and to tailor key messages and presentation style to multiple audiences. - Influence and Collaboration -- Builds and sustains collaborative relationships at multiple levels in the company. Able to work through complex disagreements and conflict to achieve resolution. Builds trust by including others and by keeping the cross-functional teams focused on the success of the entire company.