Visual Merchandise Planner: Special Projects

World Market • Alameda, CA

1d • $75,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Visual Merchandise Planner: Special Projects role designs and delivers retail store floorplans that drive business goals and enhance the customer experience. This role combines creative thinking with strong spatial planning to translate concepts into clear, effective in-store layouts. You will use AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and other tools to develop and maintain floor plans and visual concepts, ensuring consistency across projects while supporting both Visual Merchandising team initiatives and broader company programs.

Requirements

• AutoCAD LT 2026 proficiency or working knowledge required.
• 3–5 years of visual merchandising experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Strong spatial visualization and 3D thinking skills.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan effective store layouts and fixture placement to support the customer experience.
• Use AutoCAD LT to create and manage floor plans, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain store profile spreadsheets and updates.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Full time and Part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan after three (3) months of service.
• Benefits for full-time employment on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment include offerings for programs including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Commuter Benefits and Employee Assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees