We're looking for talented people to help us grow

E-Commerce Director - Belleville, WI

Duluth Trading Company is an omni-channel retailer of ingenious, rugged workwear for men and women with a burgeoning cult following. The Director of E-Commerce will lead channel growth across desktop, tablet and mobile e-commerce sites.

This web department leader will report into the Vice President of Marketing & E-Commerce and be a member of the management team. The Director is responsible for web analytics leadership, development/integration, optimization, UI/experience, testing and content development with internal and external creative partners. 

Success will be measured by ongoing improved productivity (RPV, conversion) across all website traffic segments and site platforms (desktop, tablet and mobile).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Increase conversion: Increase the productivity of the web channel at an aggressive pace through analysis, nimble decision-making, testing, and the ability (and appetite) to anticipate and guide the needs of our customers.
  The Director’s skillset greatly impacts conversion, RPV, profitability, and sales of signature products. Landing page and Path to Cart optimization experience are integral.
• Website Development & Optimization. Direct and manage the buildout and smooth implementation of new features, apps, microsites, content and functionality, working with internal and external teams.
• Analytical leader with a trained eye for behavior patterns and opportunity. Thriving on data, candidate has the ability to quickly identify optimization opportunities, test, and implement site enhancements that improve RPV and customer shopping experience. Champion the business’ demand for ongoing, meaningful, actionable web analytics, weekly and monthly.
• Email business management. Strengthen our significant email business by partnering with the web merchandiser, inventory, sales and marketing leaders to develop annual email business plans, cadence, prospecting and retention plans. Experience with triggered emails, email file growth and segmentation is ideal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 7+ years in E-Commerce management with significant experience in B2C retail/apparel environments
• 3+ years of team leadership experience
• Strong understanding of the back-end site platforms and hands-on experience with Adobe Omniture (or comparable) analytics tools – SiteCatalyst, Discover, Test & Target. Operational knowledge of YesMail, Responsys, Exact Target (or other ESP) and PowerReviews is a plus.
• Bachelors' Degree in related field is required (E-Commerce, Marketing, Business Management, Merchandising, Merchandising)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Track record of inspiring and leading teams and leadership through a period of great growth and evolution as a business

Outlet Store Manager - Belleville, WI

Duluth Trading Company will be opening an outlet store in Belleville in early June. We are looking for an experienced retail professional with an entrepreneurial spirit to manage our outlet store.

The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit and be fully engaged in the operation of a small retail business. The role requires the ability to make quality decisions on merchandise pricing and the merchandise presentation. You will be adept at working alone part of the day and managing the day-to-day retail operations while offering fantastic service to our customers.

Tools in Your Belt:

• Demonstrate leadership abilities in driving sales productivity within store
• Predict flow and pricing to maximize sells and profits
• Open and close store on time and assist customers with products and questions
• Display and restock inventory based on product availability
• Keep store clean and visual presentation of product neat and orderly
• Ensure bank deposits are made as directed
• Monitor store expenses and stay within budgetary guidelines
• Schedule staff and assure store is operating as directed by store procedures
• Ability to use Microsoft office software (Excel)
• At least 3 years retail experience (outlet or second hand store a plus)
• Ability to lift and move heavy boxes and merchandise up to 40 pounds

Relocation expenses are not paid for this position.

Copywriter - Belleville, WI

We're Duluth Trading, a multi-channel retailer known for ingenious workwear, get-it-done gear and an irreverent spirit that shows in everything we do. Our business serving hardworking men and women is growing by leaps and bounds. We need an experienced Copywriter to join our creative team in writing some of the best catalog and web copy in the industry.

Do You Have the Write Stuff?

The talented person we're looking for will have a solid background in writing lively, persuasive catalog and web copy. You'll be able to channel your creativity and humor into the Duluth voice and story-telling style. You'll sell the heck out of our hardworking apparel, tools, tool bags and other fun stuff.

• Write, edit and proofread catalogs, web and retail signage
  
• Research, brainstorm and develop testimonials, cross-channel stories, exciting new selling concepts and seasonal campaigns
  
• Work alongside creative counterparts in art direction, management and production to meet rigid catalog and web deadlines

Tools in Your Belt:

• 3-5 years of catalog and web copywriting experience required
• Demonstrated ability to write in a Duluth Trading style; copy test required
• Editorial/story writing experience, research and interviewing skills
• Highly creative; outstanding brainstorming/concepting skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once, self manage, meet deadlines
• Excellent editing/proofreading skills; understanding of AP style guide
• Previous use of InDesign; understanding of SEO/Google Adwords
• Comfort level working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative work environment
• Excellent team spirit and sense of humor

Relocation expenses are not paid for this position.

Business Manager/Merchant/Buyer - Belleville, WI

Duluth Trading Company is known for our ingenious products and innovative spirit and we are seeking an individual that can jump in and run with the catalog merchandising and business planning process.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience in merchandising, (preferably catalog) financial analysis, and bottom line profit and loss. This position will develop business strategies that align with the company's initiatives and goals. This is a cross functional role that works closely with the Inventory, Product Development, Web, and Creative teams.

Other specifics we're looking for:

• Experience merchandising catalogs from pre-season concepts to the post mortem analysis
• Ability to develop a seasonal sales plan and allocate catalog appearances (paginate catalog) to maximize the sales plan
• Negotiate costs with vendors and set retails in accordance to gross margin goals
• Works with the Product Manager to meet SKU goals
• Keeps an eye on the competition to compare retail direction and product assortment
• Ability to recap and communicate sales information clearly to upper management and direct reports
• Keen eye for details and strong analytical skills
• Solid communication, coordination and organizational skills.
• Great problem solver
• Ability to work with many other departments towards the successful implementation of the business plan
• Bachelor's degree in related field required. (Merchandising, Business Management, Marketing)
• Willingness to work for a growing fun dynamic company

Relocation expenses are not paid for this position.

Director of Operations - Belleville, WI

Summary

Duluth Trading Company is known for our ingenious products and innovative spirit and we are seeking such an individual that can lead the business and operations functions in our Distribution Center and Facilities.

Blueprint for Success

The ideal candidate has been an influential member of a fast-paced small package B2C business leading distribution, receiving, returns and freight management. The role requires experience in managing a peak season workforce, capacity planning and the ability to flex capacity up and down effectively while managing costs. Success will be measured by percent of orders filled and shipped on time, peak season staffing to meet the customers needs, managing the department budget to help meet the bottom line. You'll be adept at developing and executing plans as well as using analytics to make sound decisions. You'll bring an innovative spirit to the position with technical and functional abilities to expand and grow our distribution center as our company grows.

Other Tools you'll bring in your belt:

• Ability to hire and develop a talented staff to support and execute the company strategy
• Facility safety programs
• Multi-tasking numerous projects
• Implementation of a WMS and warehouse expansion
• Experience planning and leading facilities expansion projects
• Ability to negotiate and manage inbound freight costs and project costs
• Presentation skills in reporting analytics to executive teams, advisory board, and peers as needed
• Experience in overseeing facilities maintenance
• Proven ability to manage a large warehouse and distribution system
• Development and management of department and staffing budget
• An excellent sense of humor

Relocation negotiable.