Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
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This role is essential to maintaining smooth workflows both on the road and in-house.
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As Sample Warehouse Coordinators, we support corporate and photo studio teams across eight Williams Sonoma brands including: Williams Sonoma and Pottery Barn. We receive new samples directly from vendors, and store the samples in the warehouse, making sure teams can access what they need to create the right visuals for online and marketing use.
Our warehouse handles everything from small items like napkins and candles to large pieces like kitchen islands and fireplaces. We operate like a library—samples come in, get checked out, returned, and eventually retired. It’s a continuous cycle that keeps creative and operational teams moving.
Overview of the Driver role
This hybrid role combines driving and warehouse support. The Driver/Warehouse Associate ensures timely delivery and return of samples between our Richmond warehouse, the corporate offices in San Francisco, and special project stores around the bay area, representing the company professionally while operating branded vehicles.
Responsibilities include safe driving, following company safety and conduct policies, and supporting warehouse operations including but not limited to receiving, organizing inventory, preparing deliveries, and processing returns. This role is essential to maintaining smooth workflows both on the road and in-house.
Delivery of furniture samples by loading, unloading, and scanning them to and from the corporate buildings and warehouses
Responsible for driving the 26’ Black Truck, Merchandise, and deliveries. Will serve as co-driver for the route
Use effective communication skills and a professional demeanor with corporate business partners
Inspect samples and vehicles for safe performance
Ensure an adequate level of supplies
Prepare required documentation, driver logs, delivery receipts, and comments
Perform warehouse functions including but not limited to receiving, stocking, picking, cataloging, returns processing and ad-hoc projects
Operation of power material handling equipment, such as forklift
Completion of a 6-week driver training program with Lead Driver and pass DOT required road tests; or one year of active driving experience
Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to or exceeding 50 pounds
Criteria
High School diploma/ GED or equivalent preferred
Experience driving a 26’ box truck or California Drivers License “C.” *preferred qualification
Acceptable driving record and clear understanding of traffic laws and regulations including how to read maps and road signs
Good communication skills, business professional demeanor, and detail-oriented
Ability to lift heavy furniture, up to and more than 50 pounds effectively with assistance from a partner
Minimum of 3 years driving experience is preferred.
Previous experience with furniture or household goods preferred
Forklift Certification * preferred qualification or willingness to learn
Working knowledge of basic PC and Microsoft office such as Teams and Outlook
Ability to perform work onsite in the Richmond office.
Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:
A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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
Your Journey in 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 and learning programs
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.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
The expected starting pay rate for this position is $26/hr. 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.
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