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 Seasonal Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for supporting full-cycle recruitment activities for both hourly and professional positions throughout our Supply Chain network. This role partners closely with Recruiters, Human Resources, Hiring Managers, and candidates to deliver an exceptional hiring experience while ensuring recruiting processes remain efficient, compliant, and candidate-focused.
The Seasonal Talent Acquisition Specialist position is located in Olive Branch, MS.
You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....
- Support full-cycle recruiting activities for hourly and exempt positions across multiple Supply Chain locations.
- Source qualified candidates using job boards, resume databases, LinkedIn, employee referrals, and other recruiting resources.
- Review applications daily through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and assist in moving candidates through the hiring process.
- Conduct candidate phone screens to evaluate qualifications, experience, and overall fit.
- Coordinate interviews between candidates, Recruiters, Hiring Managers, and Human Resources partners.
- Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruiting process to ensure an outstanding candidate experience.
- Assist with job postings using approved company templates across internal and external recruiting platforms.
- Partner with Recruiters and Hiring Managers to support hiring initiatives and maintain recruiting timelines.
- Prepare offer documentation and assist candidates through the pre-employment and onboarding process.
- Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System and other recruiting
Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3–5 years of Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Human Resources, Staffing, or related experience.
- Experience supporting high-volume recruiting in a distribution, manufacturing, logistics, retail, or warehouse environment preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong customer service abilities.
- Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive candidate and employee information.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-up and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting recruiting deadlines and performance expectations.
Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….
- Occasionally lift items weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Occasionally bend, reach, walk, and move throughout the distribution center and office environment.
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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