About Williams-Sonoma DC - Olive Branch, MS

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. 

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

The onsite Seasonal Human Resources Generalist position is located in Olive Branch, MS.

• Administrative Functions: Support in various tactical HR functions, including streamlining communications, process improvements for various ad-hoc HR programs, pulling reports for client requests, etc. Providing various support and answering questions related to policies and procedures, leaves of absence, and various other HR-related questions. Maintain org charts and associate lists, process associate changes, schedule meetings, etc.
• Associate Relations: Advise and coach associates on various HR-related issues; support at a more detailed customer level – with specific issues or concerns specific to the overall operation.
• HR Collaboration: Partner with HR business partner and COE colleagues to leverage expertise and best practices across business teams. Partner with HR counterparts to facilitate and funnel HR programs across the operations group. HR programs can include succession planning, performance management, internship programs, etc.
• HR Metrics: Analyze retention, exit interview data, and other information to provide qualitative, quantitative, and actionable insights. 
• Onboarding & Offboarding—Provide support in welcoming and properly exiting associates at WSI. 
• Recognition Programs – Provide support by helping manage our recognition programs through coordinating communications and tracking nominations.
• Supports clients in the network
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related discipline
• At least 3 years Human Resources experience, with generalist responsibilities in a fast paced environment. 
• Knowledge of HR practices, including employment law, compensation, performance management, leadership development, coaching, employee relations, change management, and organizational effectiveness.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical capability in employment law and problem solving.
• Clear communication and professional interpersonal skills, with an innovative and proactive spirit that adapts quickly to a distribution environment.
• Ability to work in a fast pace, high volume environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime, as needed based on business needs.

• Able to bend, reach, squat, climb stairs/ladders, stand, and walk throughout the facility for extended periods
• Able to move, lift, or carry heavy objects or materials up to 65 pounds

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)

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