Technology Analyst I - Distribution Center Support

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At Columbia, we’re as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, we’re proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground.   

Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: “It’s perfect. Now make it better.” As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving.  

We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.   

And we believe in you. 

ABOUT THE POSITION
Our Distribution Centers utilize state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team to provide Columbia Sportswear Company a competitive advantage in distribution. Teams are responsible for shipping millions of units of apparel, footwear, and equipment annually within the family of brands. Accurate order fulfillment and on-time shipments are the hallmarks of our facility.

As a Technology Analyst I, you will have an opportunity to support and maintain the software and hardware integral to the Distribution Center environment. This person is the first point of contact for production support for all on- and off-site Distribution personnel.  This role performs configuration, setup, and updates of the applications and hardware in the Distribution Center. May train end users on basic processes.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Acts as Level 1 first contact for production support. Resolves routine issues not requiring escalation. 
• Performs basic software and hardware troubleshooting, maintenance, and deployments with guidance. 
• Configures, tests, and supports a platform or application to deliver business value. Helps team troubleshoot and fixes bugs where applicable.
• Documents all requests appropriately. 
• Trains end users on basic processes.
• Monitors and observes health, availability, and performance of software in production to provide appropriate application support. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

YOU ARE

• Resilient and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
• A self-driven and self-starter who takes initiative.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours as the business needs dictate including swing, night, weekends, and holidays as required.

YOU HAVE 

• Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience.  
• Possesses a basic familiarity with Warehouse Management software and understanding of AS/400 and interfaces
• Possess well-developed analytical/troubleshooting skills along with the ability to translate technical concepts in order to create innovative solutions.
• Working knowledge of common enterprise software ie. Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience writing SQL queries a plus. 
• Basic understanding of material handling equipment interfaces and servers.
• Ability to access all areas and levels of the distribution center
• Experience in a distribution environment a plus.

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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. 

Columbia Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.