Ecommerce Senior Specialist, Digital Production at Columbia Sportswear Company

Portland, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

eCommerce, Retail, ApparelIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience
Typically 5-8 years of professional experience
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills with ability to set priorities, multi-task, and meet deadlines
Strong understanding of e-Commerce processes and business models (preferred)
Thorough knowledge of creative workflow process and project management software (Workfront or similar)
Experience with a CMS (Amplience or similar) (preferred)
Strong ability to handle a high-volume workload in an ever-changing environment
Solid ability to think both strategically and tactically, and manage/adapt to dynamic changes in priorities, deadlines, or resources
Solid ability to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business partners
Apparel or footwear category experience (a plus)
Adaptable in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment with ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Super organized and able to successfully manage campaigns asset flow
Excellent communicator with skills to effectively collaborate and coordinate tasks/projects with key stakeholders

Responsibilities

Coordinates seasonal go-to-market milestones and key inputs or touchpoints such as asset delivery deadlines, briefing deadlines, and creative deliverable timelines according to standardized SLAs
Coordinates eComm cross-functional inputs into seasonal asset production briefs and schedules; collaborates and communicates asset delivery deadlines to key brand partners
Project manages story/campaign creative projects from end-to-end—establishing workbacks, tracking progress, problem-solving blockers, and ensuring on-time deliveries
Monitors weekly or monthly project status and works with team and stakeholders to adjust resourcing or timelines; communicates status, blockers, or changes frequently to all stakeholders—identifies impacts and risks to changes in project timelines
Carries out management of content production for special events and projects to support the brand, including cross-functional coordination and communications
Responsible for process development within workflow management tool—adjusting inputs and organizational structure to impact and evolve processes
Takes ownership and works across cross-functional teams to execute and maintain most efficient and effective processes and communication methods to carry out projects
Identifies and solutions for process change when needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Implementation of cross-functional processes and workflows for Columbia’s North America eCommerce sites and marketing channels
Actively manages go-to-market campaign production and projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure briefing, scope, and creative delivery expectations are met
Identifies, implements, and supports business processes to maintain and improve operational efficiency

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

eCommerceDigital ProductionProject ManagementCampaign ProductionCross-Functional CoordinationWorkflow ManagementAsset ManagementGo-to-Market StrategySLA ManagementStakeholder CommunicationRisk Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or hybrid, and what's the location?

This is a hybrid role based out of the headquarters near Portland, Oregon, with the current expectation to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs.

What education is required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification, or equivalent is required.

What key skills are needed for the Ecommerce Senior Specialist role?

Candidates need to be adaptable in a fast-paced environment, super organized for managing campaigns and assets, and excellent communicators able to collaborate with stakeholders.

What is the company culture like for the eCommerce team?

The eCommerce team focuses on relentless improvement of the customer experience, with the consumer at the center of merchandising, marketing, product management, and technology.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates excel at coordinating cross-functional teams, managing projects end-to-end with strong organizational skills, and improving processes in a fast-paced environment.

Columbia Sportswear Company

Designs and sells outdoor apparel and gear

About Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company designs and sells a variety of outdoor clothing and gear, including jackets, shirts, pants, shorts, footwear, and accessories like hats and backpacks. Their products are aimed at outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, campers, and active individuals of all ages. Columbia's products are known for their quality and durability, setting them apart from competitors in the outdoor apparel market. The company operates through a direct-to-consumer model, selling via their website, retail stores, and partnerships with other retailers, which helps them reach a wide audience. Their goal is to provide high-quality outdoor gear that enhances the experience of those who enjoy outdoor activities.

Portland, OregonHeadquarters

1938Year Founded

$40KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees