Senior Designer, Textiles, Pillows

Senior Designer, Textiles, Pillows – West Elm

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The Senior Designer is responsible for developing innovative products for the Pillow category that support the vision of the brand. This role combines creative expertise with a strong understanding of market trends, materials, and customer needs. You will partner closely with cross‑functional teams to develop products that are brand‑right, ensure quality execution, and drive business growth across the category. Reporting into the Head Design Manager, this is an exciting opportunity to grow a large and successful textile business and drive innovation and incremental ideas to expand the business.

• Manage the daily functions of the development process.
• Translate seasonal concept direction into cohesive and innovative collections.
• Collaborate with the print team to develop prints that align with the seasonal concept and are product appropriate.
• Build seasonal presentations to convey the direction for the pillow category.
• Work with the team to maintain the visual line list and presentation deck and board format.
• Assist and lead during design presentations.
• Manage development samples both physically and digitally.
• Apply understanding of fabric qualities, constructions, techniques, and how they affect price points, look, and end use.
• Work proactively according to the development calendar to stay ahead of timelines.
• Partner closely with PD and merchant partners to ensure design intent through sampling and timeline adherence.
• Work rigorously with overseas partners and vendors to achieve desired quality and look.
• Ensure all technical specifications and communications with vendors, including making comments on samples and sending product approvals in PLM. Thoroughly review with the team for accuracy and completeness before issue.
• Assist team members in managing their workload as required.
• Constantly stay aware of the competitive landscape and identify trends to move the design direction forward.
• Translate trend insights into actionable design direction.

• MUST provide portfolio link (including password) on resume or link to PDF work samples with application.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Textile Design or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of design work experience, preferably in-home furnishings or textiles.
• Expert level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong conceptual vision with deep technical expertise in woven, printed, and embellished textiles.
• Extremely organized, efficient, and detail‑oriented – excellent calendar adherence and ownership.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Elevated taste level with a passion for home furnishings, textiles, color, interiors, and industry trends.
• Excellent cross‑functional skills and partnership with a passion for creative problem‑solving.
• Strategic thinking ability and understanding of white space in the marketplace.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize, multi‑task and adapt to change.
• Understanding and enthusiasm for the West Elm brand.
• This role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn office.

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.

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:

• 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.

• In‑person and online learning opportunities through WSI University.
• Cross‑brand and cross‑function career opportunities.
• Resources for self‑development.
• Advisor (Mentor)…