Risk and Safety Coordinator at Williams - Sonoma, Inc. (Distribution Centers)

About Williams Sonoma

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 assisting with the development and implementation of the risk and safety management program for WSI Supply Chain.
 

The Risk and Safety Coordinator position is located in Olive Branch, MS. 
 

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

• Perform data entry, data analysis and create weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for management across the supply chain

• Provide Safety Management Information System (SMIS) training and access
• Evaluate work-related accidents or injuries to ensure accurate information is obtained and documented. 
• Initiate initial contact with Associates regarding Workers Compensation claims; May assist with return to work
• Maintain and update safety database, ensuring data integrity, and accessibility
• Implement data quality control measures to minimize errors in reporting
• Maintain OSHA Logs, OSHA postings, and BLS Reporting
• Assist the Workers’ Compensation Manager with facilitating and coordinating training as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Safety Managers, HR Business Partners, Loss Prevention, Operations, and other relevant departments
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in safety data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Facilitate Regional weekly Accident Review Committee Calls
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned

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

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 to 2 years of experience in risk, claims management, and/or safety within a related field
• In-depth knowledge in the use of Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to learn new tasks and concepts, gather information and data

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

• Able to bend, reach, squat, and climb stairs/ladders
• Able to lift up to 25lbs
• Comfortable sitting for long periods
• Comfortable walking 20% of shift

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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