What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist - In Store Communications position at Dick's Sporting Goods?
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
OVERVIEW:
The In Store Communications Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning and direction of in store signage and project initiatives through coordination with internal and external partners and vendors.
This role will be dedicated to the Licensed category.
Teammate will be responsible for managing more dynamic spaces ie. shops planned for our House of Sport locations. Included but not limited to design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, etc.
Teammate will work cross functionally with other teammates/vendors to leverage team branding and regional assets where permitted/applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Serve as liaison between Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Marketing and Suppliers on signage elements, prototypes, budget, timelines and other planning aspects
- Responsible for the planning, communicating and ensuring each project meets all tollgates including production timelines and in store set dates
- Coordinate with creative and production vendors on timelines to ensure all projects are meeting all expectations discussed and arrive in stores on time
- Ability to work under pressure with multiple projects and/or initiatives while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to proactively trouble shoot and problem solve
- Previous retail experience, preferred
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Marketing, Business, Event Management or related field
Experience: 3-5 years
Marketing, Event Management, Project Management, Visual Merchandising and Retail Sales
- Serve as liaison between Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Marketing and Suppliers on signage elements, prototypes, budget, timelines and other planning aspects
- Responsible for the planning, communicating and ensuring each project meets all tollgates including production timelines and in store set dates
- Coordinate with creative and production vendors on timelines to ensure all projects are meeting all expectations discussed and arrive in stores on time
- Ability to work under pressure with multiple projects and/or initiatives while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to proactively trouble shoot and problem solve
- Previous retail experience, preferred
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Marketing, Business, Event Management or related field
Experience: 3-5 years
Marketing, Event Management, Project Management, Visual Merchandising and Retail Sales
