Project Manager, Design Operations - West Elm

About the Role

West Elm is looking for an Associate Project Manager, reporting into the Head Design Manager for Collaborations & Print. In this role, you should be skilled in organization, relationship building & clear communication. This role also involves some design-operations functions, so a working textile design knowledge, and understanding of the product development cycle, is helpful. This role is highly cross-functional and requires adaptability, flexibility, professionalism and a positive attitude. The ideal candidate for this role is a strong communicator and problem solver with an ability to motivate and rally project teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize multiple projects from kick-off to completion, including the creation of project schedules, tracking and ensuring all deliverables are met and regularly communicating status with all team members.
• Proactively identify and discuss solutions for potential blockers or timing risks.
• Ability to organize and understand project requirements that may at times be ambiguous.
• Facilitate meetings with outside partners and circulate actionable notes.
• Support in the establishment and rollout of new processes and procedures that will contribute to better team communication and project documentation.
• Confidence in managing projects in a constantly evolving environment.
• Ability to create strong relationships and build trust with cross-functional teams.
• Develop relationships with and ensures the appropriate participation of key client stakeholders. Attends briefings and design presentations with stakeholders, performing as an information source.
• Leverage best practices and applies lessons learned from previous projects. Actively shares knowledge and learning from project experiences.
• Maintain tracking systems including collaboration project decks, monthly collaborations status document, and maintaining notes for key collaboration milestone meetings
• Work with supervisor on logistics, tracking of collaboration samples and set up of milestone reviews
• Work on print project management and tracking of freelance artist projects
• Assist with 3^rd party vendors, such as digital printers

Criteria

• BA/BS degree
• Two or more years of project management experience in a home, fashion or textiles related field
• Knowledge in home furnishings and textiles preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter, works independently, and has entrepreneurial spirit
• Professionalism & positive attitude
• This role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn office

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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.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000. 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.