What are the responsibilities and job description for the Creative Services Sample Specialist position at kohls?
Role Specific Information Job Description This role is based at our Photo Studio in Milwaukee, WI. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Friday. About the Role As Creative Services Sample Specialist you will support all marketing executions by procuring and coordinating samples for photography, video or special events. You will be responsible for communicating essential information and organizing logistics to provide flawless execution. What You’ll Do Attend project turn-ins, internal sample reviews and other meetings relative to assigned projects Procure, gather and organize samples based on marketing requirements and production schedules Evaluate capture requirements based on sample details and Style Guide to determine and create corresponding capture outline Verify accurate samples and associated details are received on time for each project Track and monitor all samples from submission through post production Interpret and procure sample and prop needs based on seasonal and creative direction Barcode and maintain samples housed at the photo studio Maintain and organize sample rooms at both corporate and photo studio Organize and execute return and purge of samples post production Partner with producers and project coordination team to ensure merchandise availability based on established timelines and maintain production priorities Coordinate samples shared between multiple projects Coordinate tracking and shipment of merchandise between locations (corporate, studio, vendor, production locations) Maintain all sample and shot statuses to effectively communicate with key stakeholders Create and maintain project follow up documentation to communicate and resolve outstanding issues with merchant partners Serve as liaison between merchant partners and execution teams to proactively resolve sample questions Additional tasks may be assigned What Skills You Have Required Bachelor's Degree or related business experience Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people Detail-oriented with advanced organizational skills Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment Ability to manage assigned workload while adapting to changing priorities Proficient computer skills and ability to understand advanced applications Champion continuous process improvement Preferred Experience in merchandise management Ability to stand for long periods of time, climb ladders and rolling staircases Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs Ability to travel on occasion Essential Functions The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description at any time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship. Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” Section Ability to comply with dress code requirements Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines Ability to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc. Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Ability to stand for long periods at a time Ability to climb ladders and rolling staircases Our purpose at Kohl's is to take care of families' realest moments. Kohl’s has been caring for families for more than 60 years, both the unique and diverse families that shop us every day and the Kohl’s family we all belong to. Caring is something that is core to who we are as a brand, and we believe that truly caring means being there for the good stuff, the bad stuff and the real stuff. Kohl’s is committed to creating a healthy and safe workplace for our associates. We seek out talent that shares our values and strive to support their journey toward fulfillment at work, at home and within our communities.