Reports to: Marketing Director EU
Fixed-term contract until February 2017
EMEA HQ, Geneva, Switzerland
Hybrid mode (2 days/week home-office)
Start date: at the earliest convenience
OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.
At Columbia Sportswear, 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
Discover a world of diversity within our team of 700+ across 13 European countries, united by the common goal of elevating Columbia to the pinnacle of outdoor brands in Europe. Our omnichannel approach seamlessly integrates Columbia and Sorel brands' engaging in-store and online experiences.
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
We are looking for a Retail Marketing Manager to join our European Marketing team in Geneva on a temporary contract until February 2027.
In this role, you will lead the retail marketing strategy across our European retail ecosystem, covering Partner Stores (franchise), Columbia-owned outlets, and shop-in-shops or concessions within our wholesale partners.
Your mission will be to ensure a consistent and effective omnichannel retail marketing approach, connecting brand initiatives with the realities of our retail network and supporting the expansion of Columbia’s retail footprint across Europe, including new store openings and key flagship projects.
You will manage a small team of 3 marketing enthusiasts and act as the key link between Retail, Brand Marketing, Sales, and our global teams in the US, ensuring our ret...