OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.
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. Accurate order fulfillment and on-time shipments are the hallmarks of our facility.
The Director – US 3PL is responsible for leading and managing CSC’s US-based third-party logistics provider relationship(s) (3PL). The Director – US 3PL will manage established and new 3PL relationships, champion and partner on 3PL partner(s) continuous improvement projects, and act as a subject matter expert in the design, technology, and fulfillment processes across each 3PL relationship. The role is accountable for aligning with strategic partners on operational plans to ensure execution and adherence to agreed-on KPIs.
Reporting to the SVP of Global Distribution, this role will work cross-functionally to ensure the customers, partners, and distribution network’s needs are met while maintaining high-quality, cost-effective, and timely services.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Manage 3PL relationship – US:Key interface between 3PL Partner(s) and CSC on forecasting accuracy, availability, timing, and performance against forecast
Monitor daily productivity and manage all spend requests outside of transactional rates
Approve and monitor all ad-hoc service requests, ensuring compliance with contractual terms
Monitor KPIs performance and improvement plans
Monitor all critical operating assumptions defined within agreement/contract to proactively identify potential risks or opportunities
Partner with 3PL on CSC funded resources/projects to ensure maximum contribution and timely execution are realized
Partner with 3PL on Continuous Improvement (CI) activities regarding areas of Cost, Service, and Capacity.

Partner with CSC functions in:Planning/Forecasting– B2B, B2C, Retail, VAS, Rework, Receiving, and Returns.
Customer service, lead time improvements, and chargeback performance management.
Production – factory compliance reporting/improvements, lead time/service improvements, visibility, country sourcing strategy, and freight planning.
Finance/Cost performance – inbound freight, outbound parcel, distribution, packaging, chargebacks, and annual budgeting plan


YOU ARE
A natural problem solver who can make decisions independently using data analysis
Strong relationship manager with the ability to influence senior leaders
Resilient and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment
Metrics driven with a proven track record of accomplishing objectives, and elevating distribution capabilities of an organization

YOU HAVE
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in industrial engineering or operations management, applicable certifications, and equivalent experience.
Accredited Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black belt, preferred.
Requires a minimum 10+ years of operations or manufacturing management experience.
3+ years of experience in managing a 3PL relationship; preferably onsite with 3PL.
5+ years of experience within a distribution/fulfillment environment.
Hands-on experience working within or managing a matrixed and distributed departmental structure within a global organization.
Possess thorough knowledge of warehouse operations and computerized distribution systems.

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Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.


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_%20English_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. | #LI-DNI