Williams-Sonoma, Inc. · 2 months ago
Head Design Manager, Textiles - Pottery Barn Kids & Teen
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $125K/yr
7+ years expWilliams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. As the Head Design Manager for Product Development at Pottery Barn Kids and Teen, you will lead the development of all Textile products, overseeing the full product development process and managing a team of designers. This role involves close collaboration with overseas teams and vendor partners to ensure timely and high-quality product execution.
Retail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end product development for all Textile categories across four seasonal calendars, from initial concept and sample creation through final approval
Manage and mentor a team of Product Development Coordinators and Technical Designers, providing clear direction, workflow planning, and performance guidance
Oversee sample lifecycle management, ensuring all prototypes, fit samples, pre-production samples, and TOPs are reviewed, commented on, and progressed on schedule
Serve as the primary liaison with overseas teams, mills, factories, and vendor partners, maintaining consistent communication and ensuring accurate execution of design intent
Review and approve tech packs, specs, and construction details, partnering closely with Design to resolve issues quickly
Track development milestones, monitor timelines, and proactively address risks to ensure all styles meet deadlines for line reviews, costing, and production
Maintain organized physical and digital sample archives, ensuring easy retrieval and systematic storage of all development rounds
Ensure adherence to brand standards, size consistency, and quality requirements across all textile product categories
Support cross-functional meetings, including weekly development touch-bases, design sample reviews, and vendor check-ins
Drive process improvements in product development workflow, communication, and sample management to increase efficiency and reduce lead times
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7 years product design experience, preferably soft goods for home and/or fashion
Experience developing products for a retail brand within the housewares industry
Ability to navigate four quarters across two growth product categories
Knowledge of Textiles construction and materials (fabrics, printing, weaving, and silhouettes)
Knowledge of Textile construction and materials for a breadth of product types (bath textiles, throw pillows, bedding, baby accessories, pajamas, costumes, etc)
Experience designing housewares products within a quarterly launch cadence
Proven record of managing a team within a retail brand
Ability to maintain brand standards for technical specs across multiple product categories
Project management experience to present designs and samples on time
Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud software for print, pattern, and presentations (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign)
Collaborative and passionate about design, process, and team building
Ability to work with a broad range of internal and external personalities
Strong leadership skills with an openness to give and receive constructive feedback
Demonstrates flexibility and positivity to build a positive team culture
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to solve complex problems with creative solutions
Highly motivated, collaborative, and detail oriented
Willingness to dive in and get things done; respectfully and resourcefully
This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office
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
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
Company
Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marta Benson
CEO Pottery Barn Brands
Jeff Howie
Chief Financial Officer
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