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Overview Design Studio Specialist/Home Stylist Yorkdale Shopping Centre at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Join to apply for the Design Studio Specialist/Home Stylist role at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Responsibilities Provide sincere, friendly and energetic customer service by exemplifying world-class service standards. Achieve established sales and contest goals; maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions. Assist customers with special services including gift wrap, gift registry, locating merchandise, catalog orders, special orders, back orders, charge sends, courier deliveries, and furniture orders. Utilize effective selling techniques to build multiple sales and increase productivity. Demonstrate comprehensive product knowledge, including features and benefits. Efficiently and accurately perform register transactions (sales, returns, exchanges). Assist in implementation and maintenance of visual merchandise presentation, signage and lighting. Uphold store maintenance and cleanliness standards; straighten, clean and help maintain stockroom as needed. Process, ticket, and restock merchandise as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Comply with all Company policies and procedures. Qualifications Love to sell; ability to exceed selling goals and close sales. Succeed in a team environment, while able to work independently and manage time. Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and think outside-the-box. Know what questions to ask customers to understand their personal cooking style and needs; connect them to the right products. Be motivated by clearly defined daily sales goals and metrics. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 1-2 years of customer service and retail sales experience (specialty retail preferred, but not required). Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods, operate POS system, and lift/mobilize items up to 75 lbs with proper safety techniques. Full-time associates: open availability to meet business needs; casual associates must be available for weekend shifts and at least one weekday; availability for inventory and holiday season required. Physical Requirements Mobility on the sales floor for extended periods. Ability to operate the POS system. Lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 pounds, with appropriate equipment and safety techniques. Benefits Discounts on Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands. 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities. Wellness program supporting physical, financial and emotional health. Paid vacations and holidays (full-time). Health, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time). Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws and ordinances. About Us Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a premier specialty retailer of high-quality kitchen and home products in the United States. Our brands include Williams-Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, West Elm, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, and more. We are a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by technology and talented teams in retailing. #J-18808-Ljbffr