About Williams Sonoma - 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

In 2024, Williams-Sonoma was recognized as a Great Place to Work ® and Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity, honors which reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes:

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 15.1M 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, Arizona, and Tennessee totaling 3.9M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi and Tennessee
  • Manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling 861k square feet with over 1,500 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million - $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture3 Sutter Street Upholstery Factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi with over 1,400 FTE’s 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

This position is responsible for performing HR-related duties for the Williams-Sonoma Supply Chain including the facilities in Memphis and Olive Branch. The HR Specialist will work with the Talent Services Team on day-to-day direction, as well as support any additional continuous improvement activities relating to HR Data and Systems.

The Human Resources Specialist position is located in Olive Branch, MS.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Coordinate the daily operation of the DC’s (Global Supply Chain) HRIS system; reviews all additions, deletions, and changes for accuracy
• Review trends or issues in the HRIS data to identify possible issues
• Conduct HRIS process training for all leadership
• Conduct all audits to ensure compliance WSI policies, procedures, and regulations
• Manage maintenance of all HR records including active associate personnel files for Supply Chain
• Serve as the Single Point of Contact to associates regarding the Oracle HRIS systems
• Communicate with managers regarding HRIS related deadlines
• File HR related items into associate personnel file
• Manage the processing of Oracle-People Manager entries and personnel actions ensuring appropriate internal controls are maintained, to allow for decreased errors
• Process new hire information in Oracle within 72 hours of date of hire while maintain 100% data accuracy and integrity
• Upkeep of the HR DC Records Mailbox; Process items on a daily basis
• Create and then audit and distribute accurate reports such as dept data, headcount, and termination reports on a weekly basis
• Assist in preparing employment packages, handling benefits information, associate inquiries and processing associate paperwork
• Assist Business Partners and leadership team by being the subject matter expert

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 3 -5 years of experience in a fast-paced Human Resources working with HRIS Software
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel – V-lookup, Pivot Tables, Charts, Spreadsheets
• General understanding of Oracle HCM product
• Microsoft Word and PowerPoint – preparing and delivering professional presentations
• Proficient at working in high-performance cultures that emphasize quality, productivity, and standards
• History of producing accurate, timely reports and managing stringent guidelines

We prefer some of these qualities as well….

• Bi-lingual in Spanish

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….

• Sits for a long period of time
• May frequently lift / move up to 15 pounds
• Repetitive movement with hand and fingers to operate a computer, phone, and keyboard

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

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