Sr. Design Specialist - Modesto, CA

Cornerstone OnDemand

Modesto (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 83,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Store Discounts

Job summary

The Save Mart Companies is seeking a Sr. Design Specialist to support the design, layout, and visual planning of new store locations, remodels and special projects.

This role ensures that all store environments reflect the company’s brand, operational standards, and customer experience goals, while incorporating functionality, aesthetics, and cost-efficiency. Key duties include updating division drawings in AutoCAD, identifying fixtures and lighting, creating visuals with CAD, translating

Qualifications

Ability to read, interpret and understand architectural drawings
Basic understanding of building codes
Familiarity with brand guidelines for footprints, fixtures, and layouts
Knowledge of visual merchandising concepts
Experience in format development across banners/store formats
Knowledge of design, finishes and materials
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
Ability to manage multiple tasks under time constraints
Willingness to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

Update and maintain division prototypical drawings using AutoCAD
Identify and document props, furniture, hardware and lighting
Create visuals and plans using CAD tools
Translate leadership concepts into fixtures programs and advise on innovations in layout and sustainability
Provide support to resolve design and presentation issues for team members and stores

Skills

Read and interpret drawings

Brand knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture/Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

The Save Mart Companies operates over 200 stores in neighborhoods across California, Western Nevada, Oregon, and Washington under the Save Mart, Lucky, FoodMaxx, and Roth's and Chuck's Fresh Market banners. Proud to be one of the West Coast’s largest regional, full-service grocery chains, the Company and its 11,000 associates take extra care to provide customers with the freshest food for their families at affordable prices. The Save Mart Companies’ philanthropic non-profit organization, The CARES Foundation, provides vital resources for children and families and has donated over $5 million to local communities.

We are currently recruiting for the position of:

Job Summary:

The Sr. Design Specialist supports the design, layout, and visual planning of new grocery store locations, remodels and special projects. This role ensures that all store environments reflect the company’s brand, operational standards, and customer experience goals, while incorporating functionality, aesthetics, and cost-efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Update and maintain division prototypical drawings and files using AutoCad
Identify and document props, furniture, hardware and lighting using subject matter expertise in design methodologies
Use artistic skills or computer-aided design (CAD) packages to create visuals and plans.
Translate leadership concepts and ideas into the creation and direction of all corporate & vendor fixturing programs. Research and recommend innovations in layout, fixture design, sustainability, and customer experience relevant to the grocery industry.
Provide support to resolve and respond to team members’ and store issues regarding design and presentation issues

Some of our competitive offerings include generous benefits packages (Health, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, 401K), tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities, vacation and personal holidays, and in-store purchase discounts.

Hiring pay range: $70,145.00 - 83,297.00

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Ability to read, interpret and understand architectural and shop drawings
Basic understanding of building codes
Familiarity with brand guidelines for core footprints, fixture specifications, floor plans & layouts for each banner
Knowledge of visual merchandising concepts
Experience in format development, preferably across banners and store formats
Knowledge of design, finishes and materials
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate clearly
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships at all levels of the organization
Ability to effectively manage a wide variety of tasks simultaneously under time constraints
Handles change, deals well with ambiguity, and able to adapt quickly in a nimble environment
Ability to resolve service issues promptly
Problem-solving and fact-finding skills
Excellent record keeping and organizational skills
Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office