Visual Merchandise Planner: Special Projects

About the role

The Visual Merchandise Planner: Special Projects role at World Market is responsible for creating, maintaining, and executing detailed store floor plans using AutoCAD. We are seeking a highly skilled AutoCAD user who can translate business requirements into accurate, scalable floor plan solutions and confidently develop technical drawings with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and manage detailed technical drawings and floor plans using AutoCAD LT.
• Develop, maintain, and revise store floor plans and layout concepts, working closely with cross-functional partners.
• Ensure drawings are accurate, consistent, and adhere to established standards across all projects.
• Maintain store profile spreadsheets and project-related documentation.
• Present layouts to cross-functional partners and adjust based on feedback or product changes.
• Produce Visual Directive Guides using AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Excel, and Relex for field execution.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and communication to ensure on-time execution.
• Visit stores post-execution to evaluate layouts, validate customer flow, and document learnings for continuous improvement.
• Participate in product development and planning meetings to advocate for Visual Merchandising needs and evaluate space implications.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD LT required.
• Candidates should have hands-on experience creating, editing, and managing detailed technical drawings and floor plans.
• Visual merchandising experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Strong spatial visualization and 3D thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Relex Space Planning is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop creative solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a related field preferred.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD LT.
• Strong spatial visualization and 3D thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).
• Working knowledge of Relex Space Planning.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, team environment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and paid sick time.
• 401(k) plan with Roth option and company match.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Sample Sales and up to 30% shopping discount on unique finds.
• Work-life balance and work from home flexibility.

Pay

CA Pay Range is $75,000 to $80,000 annually.

Schedule

This is a Full time and Part time role.

Contact Information

If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department: Phone: 1-833-680-2399 Email: hrsupport@worldmarket.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

World Market, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of World Market, LLC. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.