Now Hiring: Sears

(Hey, I know the job market is tough right now, and a lot of good email-savvy technology specialists, deliverability experts, and marketing managers are looking for work. To that end, I'm going to continue to share job postings periodically. Hope this helps folks with their job hunt. --Al )

Sears Holdings Corporation in Downtown Chicago is looking to hire a Production Director - Email.

The Production Director -- Email will be responsible for establishing and maintaining production processes and timelines for the addressable marketing channels. The incumbent is responsible for the development of long term relationship with multiple business units to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction in the production of e-mail advertising. Serves as the leadership interface in the production of e-mail advertising. Develops enhancements to production process and outcome as the primary resolution provider between IMC, planning teams, business teams and associated work teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the teams responsible for successful and timely handoff from planning to understand strategic messaging intent for assigned e-mail campaigns.
• Directs all aspects of the email production process and systems that support email planning to ensure accuracy of data input.
• Monitors production system (IMPACT) capabilities and actively initiates dynamic enhancements that support realization of operational opportunities.
• Monitors advancements in email technology and makes recommendations regarding internal enhancements as appropriate.
• Develops production flow enhancements that can be institutionalized across the function.
• Review and monitor email production to ensure quality and standards are maintained across the process.

To apply for this position, please contact John Bertucci, Executive Recruiter for Sears Holdings, at jbertu0 AT searshc.com, or feel free to contact me if you need help getting in touch.