Merchandise Coordinator, Creative Services - Pottery Barn

In the Merchandise Coordinator role, you will work closely with a very passionate and collaborative group of team members. The Sample Coordinator will provide support for the Photo Producers and Photo Managers. The role will be a liaison between the merchants, warehouse, and photo teams in studio, coordinating merchandise to be ready and available to shoot. You will also support the Photo Managers in bigger picture planning and partner with the merchants to help streamline process. This role is for someone that’s detail oriented, organized, a great communicator, and quick. We strive for operational excellence in support of our photo creative. **About the Team** You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating elevated imagery to showcase our new and signature products. As part of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., a leader in home lifestyle and retail, The Sample Coordinator is part of a Photo Team that drives customer engagement and profitability through compelling visual storytelling. **About the Role** In the Merchandise Coordinator role, you will work closely with a very passionate and collaborative group of team members. The Sample Coordinator will provide support for the Photo Producers and Photo Managers. The role will be a liaison between the merchants, warehouse, and photo teams in studio, coordinating merchandise to be ready and available to shoot. You will also support the Photo Managers in bigger picture planning and partner with the merchants to help streamline process. This role is for someone that’s detail oriented, organized, a great communicator, and quick. We strive for operational excellence in support of our photo creative. **This role requires being onsite at our Richmond Studios - 5 days a week.** **Responsibilities** - Cross check sample information and track down issues to resolution - Prepare sample info notes for Photo Manager - Work closely with Warehouse Team to update sample orders and issues - Partner with Merchants for sample coordination - Spearhead meetings with Merchants for sample coordination and process improvements - Support Photo Producers with studio projects **Criteria** - BA/BS degree or equivalent experience preferred - Previous experience in Photo Shoots preferred - Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Google Suite, SharePoint, Airtable, and Miro **Competencies** - Working knowledge of photo shoots and process - Strong problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset - Highly organized and detail-oriented - Problem-solving - Strong written and verbal communication - Collaborative team player - Adaptable – responds well to changes in direction, timelines, and priorities **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. Our associates are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, so they can be their best and achieve their personal and professional goals. We make inclusivity a cornerstone of our culture by welcoming associates with diverse cultures and backgrounds and celebrating them, together. We nurture an open, inclusive environment for all. Our differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored, and appreciated. Together, we’re creating a more just and inclusive company culture where the only criteria for advancement are: - The quality of our work - The contributions we make to our teams and the business - Our ability to lead and connect We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Outside of WSI, we recognize the importance of playing a part in our communities through partnerships, collaborations, and commitments to a more just and inclusive world. **People First** Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opp…