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Why You'll Love World Market

You won't find a store and team like this anywhere else! We're passionate about our mission to delight customers with a unique, ever-changing marketplace of products from around the world. Our assortment is curated with stylish home decor, quality furniture, thoughtful gifts, time-honored handicrafts, and international food and beverage favorites. From handpicked finds to heartfelt teamwork, World Market is where uniqueness isn't just celebrated-it's what sets us apart.

Our team means the world to us! We value authenticity, empowerment and respect and we take pride in what we do. If you're looking for a collaborative, fast-moving environment where your contributions are valued, growth is supported and you can have a little fun-you've found it!

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Benefits that support health, financial security, and personal life needs. Learn more about benefits and eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and more!
• Paid vacation and paid sick time
• 401(k) plan with Roth option and company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources to be and do your best
• Sample Sales and up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper
• Work life balance and work from home flexibility
• Working with a team who thinks the world of you

What You'll Do

The Visual Merchandise Planner: Special Projects role 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.

You will use AutoCAD as your primary tool to develop, maintain, and revise store floor plans and layout concepts. Working closely with cross-functional partners, you will ensure drawings are accurate, executable, and aligned with project objectives while supporting Visual Merchandising initiatives and broader company programs.

• Use AutoCAD LT to create and manage floor plans, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Plan effective store layouts and fixture placement to support the customer experience.
• Ensure drawing accuracy, consistency, and adherence 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.

Work Location: Hybrid role based in Alameda, CA, with inoffice presence as required by business needs.

Experience & Skills You'll Bring

• 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.

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

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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

This email address is only to request reasonable accommodation for the application process due to a medical condition. If you do not need a reasonable accommodation for such reason, please use the apply button below to complete an application and upload your resume.

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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.